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Price: From £1,000
Guests: 120
Deals available: 1
Description
Description
Celebrate Your Wedding at Manchester Art Gallery
Looking for a wedding venue that’s truly unforgettable? Manchester Art Gallery offers a stunning and romantic setting right in the heart of the city. Imagine saying your vows surrounded by world-class art in a beautiful Grade I listed building. Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, this venue combines culture, creativity, and elegance to make your special day one-of-a-kind.
Spaces & Capacity
Manchester Art Gallery has a range of versatile spaces designed to fit your wedding vision. From cozy gatherings to larger parties, you can host up to 120 guests for a ceremony and dinner, with even more room for evening receptions.
- Gallery 16: Exchange your vows surrounded by iconic Mancunian paintings by Lowry and Valette. This atmospheric space comfortably holds up to 120 guests for your ceremony.
- The Pre-Raphaelite Galleries: For a truly romantic vibe, these richly decorated galleries offer a breathtaking backdrop for drinks receptions and wedding breakfasts, accommodating up to 90 guests. The vibrant, detailed artwork creates an unforgettable atmosphere.
- The Atrium: Filled with natural light, this bright, contemporary space links the original Victorian building with the modern extension. It’s perfect for a seated dinner of up to 120 guests or an evening reception for up to 200.
- The Gallery Café: Ideal for your evening party, this airy space can be transformed to include a DJ, live band, and dancefloor, hosting up to 150 guests.
Catering & Services
The gallery’s expert in-house catering team focuses on fresh, locally and sustainably sourced ingredients to craft delicious meals tailored to your taste. You can work with them to design a bespoke menu or select from a variety of three-course dinners and buffet options.
To make planning stress-free, a dedicated event manager will support you every step of the way, ensuring your wedding runs smoothly. Your hire package includes exclusive use of your chosen gallery spaces from 5 pm on your wedding day, access to a fully licensed bar, and use of the gallery’s furniture, lighting, and sound systems.
Message from the team
Name of Wedding Contact: Victoria Wilson
Thank you for your enquiry and interest in Manchester Art Gallery as the venue for your wedding. At the gallery we offer something truly extraordinary and romantic and I would be delighted to meet you and show you our beautiful event spaces. Please do contact us for further details or to arrange a coffee and a chat about your special day.
May I take this opportunity to say congratulations and we shall look forward to hearing from you soon.
Victoria
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2001
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
3
Overview of Manchester Art Gallery
Wedding Venue Type
Museum / Attraction
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
120
Reception Capacity
350
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Sound system available
Wedding license
Dancefloor available
Confetti permitted
Wedding Venue Details
City View
Grade I/II Listed Building
Exclusive use
Disabled access
In-house wedding coordinator
Wedding Catering
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
In-House Wine List
In-house catering
Alcohol license
Halal catering
Bar
Western / European
Vegan catering
Pricing for Manchester Art Gallery
Pricing for Manchester Art Gallery
Ceremony only is available from £1,000.00
Gallery 16 for your ceremony, Victorian Galleries for drinks and the Atrium for dinner from 4pm until 11pm
£2,995.00
Additional hours may be booked until 1am at £450.00 per hour
Venue hire is VAT exempt
Bespoke quotes will be provided on request
Hide detailsReviews (8)
- HHelen & James03/10/2019Manchester Art Gallery was, without a doubt, the best venue we could have picked for our weddingManchester Art Gallery was, without a doubt, the best venue we could have picked for our wedding"Manchester Art Gallery was, without a doubt, the best venue we could have picked for our wedding reception! The events team were fantastic in the run-up to the event, helping ensure we had everything in place and any special requests were catered for. When it came to the day, all the guests commented on how special the venue was, and how brilliant the in-house catering was. If you want a stunning drinks reception among paintings, dinner surrounded by artwork, and a great party after, then look no further! We would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone!""Manchester Art Gallery was, without a doubt, the best venue we could have picked for our wedding reception! The events team were fantastic in the run-up to the event, helping ensure we had everything in place and any special requests were catered for. When it came to the day, all the guests commented on how special the venue was, and how brilliant the in-house catering was. If you want a stunning drinks reception among paintings, dinner surrounded by artwork, and a great party after, then look no further! We would wholeheartedly recommend to anyone!"
- MMichelle and Russell27/06/2016It really was magical ....It really was magical ....Morning Victoria Myself and my husband (eeks) would just like to say a MASSIVE thank you again to you and your team for helping us (sorry Russell ha) turn around a wedding in just a few weeks. It really was magical from start to finish, and you helped us achieve everything we dreamed it would be and more. Everyone was talking about how perfect the room was and our photos are amazing, especially of Russell’s mum, who was beaming. You really did go above and beyond to help make our day special. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Michelle and Russell xxxMorning Victoria Myself and my husband (eeks) would just like to say a MASSIVE thank you again to you and your team for helping us (sorry Russell ha) turn around a wedding in just a few weeks. It really was magical from start to finish, and you helped us achieve everything we dreamed it would be and more. Everyone was talking about how perfect the room was and our photos are amazing, especially of Russell’s mum, who was beaming. You really did go above and beyond to help make our day special. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Michelle and Russell xxx
- SSarah and Craig27/06/2016A beautiful venue and great support from the teamA beautiful venue and great support from the teamThe venue was absolutely stunning, great for pictures and such a unique and fun place to have our ceremony and reception. The events team (Debbie and Victoria especially) were brilliant: they were friendly, answered all of our questions, were very quick to respond to emails, looked into special requests for us, and were very accommodating and professional. Debbie helped us coordinate on the day and made sure everything went smoothly, which was such a great help. The food was fantastic - we got great feedback from our guests - and the catering team gave great service and was really great in answering our queries and being flexible on requests like evening snacks etc. The ceremony room was all set up and ready before the guests arrived, then the setup of the gallery for the cocktail hour was also well-timed and organized, and the atrium for dinner was simply stunning. I would 100% recommend the venue to anyone looking for a beautiful and unique place to celebrate their wedding.The venue was absolutely stunning, great for pictures and such a unique and fun place to have our ceremony and reception. The events team (Debbie and Victoria especially) were brilliant: they were friendly, answered all of our questions, were very quick to respond to emails, looked into special requests for us, and were very accommodating and professional. Debbie helped us coordinate on the day and made sure everything went smoothly, which was such a great help. The food was fantastic - we got great feedback from our guests - and the catering team gave great service and was really great in answering our queries and being flexible on requests like evening snacks etc. The ceremony room was all set up and ready before the guests arrived, then the setup of the gallery for the cocktail hour was also well-timed and organized, and the atrium for dinner was simply stunning. I would 100% recommend the venue to anyone looking for a beautiful and unique place to celebrate their wedding.
- RRichard27/06/2016It was perfect in every aspectIt was perfect in every aspectJust to thank you and your entire team on behalf of all of us for last night’s event. It was perfect in every aspect. The venue worked fabulously well and got so many great comments. The food was great, the wine and table service was just right and the attention to detail impressive. The perfect venue for a stylish wedding. Kind regards Richard.Just to thank you and your entire team on behalf of all of us for last night’s event. It was perfect in every aspect. The venue worked fabulously well and got so many great comments. The food was great, the wine and table service was just right and the attention to detail impressive. The perfect venue for a stylish wedding. Kind regards Richard.
Location & Contact Details for Manchester Art Gallery
Location & Contact Details for Manchester Art Gallery
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Travel Notes
Located in Manchester city centre close to St Peter’s Square and Piccadilly station.
Nearest Town
Manchester
Nearest Motorway & Junction
M602, J3
Nearest Train Station
Manchester Picadilly, Manchester Victoria and Manchester Oxford Road
Nearest Airport
Manchester International Airport
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FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
It's your special day. Aim to have the things that make you both happy !
What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
A little note for the guests when they arrived for the ceremony .... 'Pick a seat not a side, we are all family once the knot is tied'
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Creative, grand, historical, beautiful, elegant
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
In front of a beautiful painting, or in the grand Victorian Hall as seen in our photo gallery. The gallery is the perfect place to get some unique photographs of your special day.
What’s your favourite canapé?
Its difficult to choose but if we had to .... home smoked salmon with mustard cream, Welsh rarebit or lobster rolls from our current menu. If you are interested in coming in for a tasting session, we hold them free of charge for our prospective clients, so please get in touch if you wish to see our full menu!
What’s your favourite midnight treat?
Bacon butties
What is your venue's most unique feature?
The Neoclassical surrounds of the gallery provide the perfect backdrop to ensure your wedding is extraordinary.
What part of your business are you most proud of?
Our small and dedicated team are here to make your wedding unique and memorable. We will assist you every step of the way. We thoroughly enjoy being a part of your special day.
