Victoria Warehouse, Manchester M17

For almost 200 years, Victoria Warehouse has been an iconic presence on the Manchester skyline. Today, this industrial icon is reborn as a canvas for your own landmark events.

Our distinct spaces have so much to offer, all of which can be themed to suit your concept. We’re able to host events on any scale – product launches, conferences, networking, team building, sporting events, exhibitions, award dinners, drinks receptions, celebrations, music shows and so much more….just give us the word and we’ll help you select the perfect space for your experience. Victoria Warehouse is a canvas made for big thinkers!

The Cotton Sheds. Draped head to toe in industrial aesthetic, The Cotton Sheds regularly host enthralling shows and conferences. Built in 1925 as a cotton warehouse, The Cotton Sheds cover an incredible 4,533sqm, making them our largest and most dramatic event space. Each ‘Shed’ varies in size and layout, labelled alphabetically with areas that include a bar/ reception and a VIP mezzanine.

Capacities: Theatre 1650 / Cabaret 720 / Dining 900 / Reception 2500 / Concert 3500

The Tobacco Stores. New for 2023, The Tobacco Stores represent the epitome of innovation. Recently converted into two areas, the 1858sqm space is intertwined with exposed brickwork, floor-to-ceiling windows, original archways and ancient steel columns. Its two adjoining spaces can be cordoned off to differentiate activity and consists of a fully-integrated kitchen and extensive PA system including 20 giant projector screens.

Capacities: Theatre 500 / Cabaret 330 / Dining 400 / Reception 1000

The Bays. Made up of two adjoining areas totalling over 700sqm, The Bays are our most popular event space. A large pre-function space with a feature bar leads into the main room, which is complete with a full AV package. This includes screens and projectors, colour-changing down lighters on the pillars, a PA system, staging, lecterns, microphones and relay screens; giving you a hassle-free event solution.

Capacities: Theatre 300 / Cabaret 140 / Dining 190 / Reception 400

The Archives. A beautifully refurbished, urbanised basement, The Archives have a raw, industrial charm featuring stripped-back brickwork and statement flooring; offering an unconventional setting that can accommodate most event concepts.

Capacities: Theatre 300 / Cabaret 150 / Dining 210 / Reception 350

The Cellars. Step down into the basement for inspired decor that takes guests into a world of industry and travel. Together with The Archives, these basement rooms provide four extra sections of creative and adaptable private space

Capacities: Theatre 250 / Cabaret 110 / Dining 170 / Reception 300

The Skyhook. A bright, airy, inviting retreat for smaller affairs.

Capacities: Dining 50

The Cinema. Relax and take a seat in our quirky, restored Mancunian cinema.

Capacities: Theatre 20

TO MAKE AN ENQUIRY, CONTACT OUR TEAM ON: 0203 397 1446