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A Unique Setting for Extraordinary Events Manchester Art Gallery, A unique setting for Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3JL www.manchesterartgallery.org extraordinary events A unique setting for extraordinary events Beautiful architecture. Light-filled spaces. One of the country’s finest collections of art, design and fashion. Manchester Art Gallery is an inspired choice for private events, weddings, business meetings, networking sessions and conferences. Located in the city centre, the Neoclassical surrounds of Manchester Art Gallery provide the perfect backdrop to extraordinary events. With facilities ranging from a purpose-built lecture room to on-site catering, and with our team ready to tailor hire packages to your exact needs, hosting your event here is also hassle-free. Find out more Contact the Events Team to discuss hiring Manchester Art Gallery and bespoke hire packages. Call 0161 235 8866 or 0161 235 8862 Email [email protected] Visit www.manchesterartgallery.org Manchester Art Gallery Mosley Street Manchester M2 3JL Evening Events Enjoy the run of the gallery after hours with our exclusive evening events. With the galleries closed to the public, your guests can explore the gallery and its exhibitions at their leisure. Spaces and places Bespoke food and drink The joy of Manchester Art Gallery is in its flexibility. Our small, dedicated team produced a home- From contemporary spaces to traditional, richly cooked menu on site. From canapés and fine hung Victorian galleries, you can choose a setting dining to buffet suppers, we can create exactly that best fits your event. Working alongside our the menu you’d like. Events Team, you’ll be able to select the right space for you, and you’ll be able to personalise or brand it to create a one-off look and feel. One off extras Take advantage of what we do best. Book a private tour with one of our expert guides, or an introduction to some of our best-loved artworks, and give your guests a unique experience. 03 Manchester Evening Events Art Gallery Evening Events The Atrium A contemporary, light-filled space Dinner up to 120 Dinner dance up to 100 Reception up to 200 Overall size 135m2 The Entrance Hall Victorian grandeur with added architectural drama Dinner up to 40 Reception up to 100 Overall size 116m2 The Restaurant An open, flexible space bordered by Neoclassical windows Dinner up to 100 Dinner dance up to 80 Reception up to 150 Theatre style up to 120 Overall size 130m2 Pre Raphaelite Galleries Surround yourself with some of Britain’s finest artworks Reception up to 300 Overall size 294m2 Gallery 10 A beautiful, classical gallery Dinner up to 60 Reception up to 100 Overall size 115m2 05 Manchester Evening Events Art Gallery Daytime Events Use our rooms and facilities for easy-running meetings, conferences and seminars, in one of the most accessible spaces in the city centre. Spaces and places Bespoke food and drink Our lecture room is a flexible, purpose-built Our kitchens are on site and everything is freshly conference space that comes with easy to use made. Work with our chef to create your own equipment. While delegates will enjoy being in bespoke menu or choose from our range of the heart of a busy, working art gallery, you’ll sandwich or buffet options. enjoy a bright, easily accessible room, free WiFi, blackout blinds and flexible layout options. We also have a smaller meeting room that can be used on its own, or for breakout sessions. One off extras Take advantage of your location. Ask about our private tours, find out how delegates can get closer to some of the country’s finest displays of art, fashion and design, or speak to us about our package of interactive team building and well- being sessions. The Lecture Room Theatre up to 100 At round tables up to 50 True cabaret up to 30 Boardroom up to 30 Overall size 86m2 Entrance Hall meeting Room Boardroom style up to 18 Overall size 25m2 07 Manchester Daytime Events Art Gallery Weddings and Civil Partnerships Brilliant backdrops, a unique location, wonderful food and drink, and the sort of setting that makes for a memorable day: Manchester Art Gallery is a natural choice for weddings and civil partnerships. Spaces and places Bespoke food and drink Your ceremony is held within a gallery, with you Our kitchens are on site and everything is freshly and your guests surrounded by priceless works of made. Work with our chef to create your own art – and what better setting can there be for the bespoke menu or choose from our range of three momentous exchanging of vows? course dinners or buffet options. You’ll be able to take advantage of other spaces too, all suited to your individual style and taste. One off extras Our Events Team can help with suggestions on room dressing, picking suppliers and ensuring your wedding has a personal touch. Just like our exceptional exhibitions, no two Manchester Art Gallery weddings are ever the same. 09 Manchester Weddings Art Gallery Weddings and Civil Partnerships Pre Raphaelite galleries Surround yourself with some of Britain’s finest artworks Reception up to 300 Overall size 294m2 Gallery 10 A beautiful gallery setting for your ceremony Ceremony up to 120 Overall size 115m2 The Atrium A contemporary, light-filled space Dinner up to 120 Dinner dance up to 100 Reception up to 200 Overall size 135m2 The Restaurant An open, flexible space bordered by Neoclassical windows Dinner up to 100 Dinner dance up to 80 Reception up to 150 Theatre style up to 120 Overall size 130m2 11 Manchester Weddings Art Gallery How to find us Tram Car To St Peter’s Square or Mosley Street. Car parking is available at NCP car parks on: Chorlton Street, Chepstow Street, Faulkner Street, Bus Portland Street and Sackville Street, Main nearby bus stops are St Peter’s Square or all within five minutes of the gallery. Piccadilly Gardens. A free Metrolink shuttle bus from Piccadilly Station stops outside the gallery. Parking discounts are available. Please contact the Events Team for details. Train To Manchester Piccadilly or Manchester Oxford Road. For more detailed bus, train or tram information ring GMPTE: 0871 200 2233 15 Manchester Location Art Gallery Frog Flowers Make your big day special with Frog Flowers Contact Information Creating an elegant backdrop for that wonderful day, Frog Flowers provides a bespoke service tailored to your dreams... T: 0161 833 3463 E: [email protected] You can be confident we will bring a fresh and vibrant style to W: www.frogflowers.co.uk enhance and complement the unique surroundings of Manchester Art Gallery. Shane Webber Frog Photography @FrogFlowers We work closely with our clients and deliver a professional and Natural & Creative friendly service; from small and intimate receptions to lavish and Wedding Photography extravagant parties, whether it’s contemporary, traditional or Weddings · Events · Portraits quietly minimalist, we will take your ideas and interpret them with Corporate · Private Parties creative flair and imagination- so you can relax knowing it’s all in professional hands. Contact Information T: 07500 872341 E: [email protected] W: www.shanewebber.com Flowers Manchester 18 Art Gallery Arora Hotel Manchester Under The Covers™ Grade 2 listed heritage Live Music from UTC Events Contact Information Contemporary in design, yet maintaining the unique character of its Grade 2 listed heritage, the Arora Hotel has the perfect T: 0161 236 8999 location in the heart of Manchester City Centre. Situated on E: [email protected] Princess Street and directly opposite Manchester Art Gallery, W: manchester.arorahotels.com the hotel is the ideal choice for all your event accommodation needs. Arora Hotels @AroraHotels The Arora Hotel Manchester has 141 beautifully furnished bedrooms including Superior Double rooms or Superior Double Double room. Our recently refurnished Premier King- Contact Information Under the Covers is a premium, international function band, size rooms now include for added luxury espresso coffee suitable for any event where dancing is on the agenda! machines and docking stations. All bedrooms feature power For further info please call showers, air conditioning. Thoughtful extra touches such 0161 413 0530 or arrange Managed by UTC Events, we deliver a product that is professional, as irons, personal safes, mini coolers, heated mirrors and a visit on site with a UTC fresh, energetic and youthful. What’s more, we aim to be totally bathroom speakers. Whether you stay for business or pleasure, representative and your unique. Whether the event is for 20 or 20,000 people, our comfort comes as standard. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout Manchester Art Gallery incredible musicians and technical crew will make for a party that the hotel. The Arora also boasts the award winning 24 Bar Co-Ordinator. will last long in the memory. You WILL be screaming for more! & Restaurant. UTC Events specialise in complete music solutions to your day. The 50 foot aquamarine backlit bar welcomes you with a Book the evening band to receive fantastic offers on a vast range unique list of signature and classic cocktails mixed by some of daytime performers including string quartets, harpists, solo of the best bar-tenders the city has to offer! Take dinner in singers, afternoon duos & trios and production extras such as the restaurant, relaxing in the Sumptuous booths and relaxed dance-floor and venue lighting, staging and backdrops. leather seating resting on a sparkling black granite floor and enjoy a meal created using locally sourced, fresh, seasonal ingredients. 19 Manchester Hotel Live Music Manchester 20 Art Gallery Art Gallery Wizardry Entertainments You book an Wizardry entertainment for events appointment. You come in. We listen. You talk. You talk. You talk.
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