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Victoria Warehouse

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  • From £3500
  • 300 Reception
  • Wharfside (Red Line)
  • From £3500
  • 300 Reception
  • Wharfside (Red Line)
Historic cotton warehouse setting with raw industrial charm provides an unconventional backdrop that has inspired Britain's greatest brands including Co-op, Topshop, and Manchester United.
Benjamin Edmonds
Benjamin Edmonds

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  • Less than 10 minutes from City Centre
  • Atmospheric lighting creates ambiance
  • Additional registration space available
  • Air conditioning ensures guest comfort
  • High tech AV system with inclusive PA
  • Adjacent breakout area for networking
  • Private entrance for exclusive access
The Archives have a raw, industrial charm. Exhibitions, award dinners, drinks receptions, conferences, meetings, and networking events all thrive between these walls.



Frequently asked questions

Private events require a minimum of 80 guests. If you have fewer than 80 guests, you may be interested in their shared party option instead.

Yes, you must use their in-house caterers for all events. You cannot bring in external catering providers or self-cater your event.

Christmas party packages start at £95+VAT per person for street food menu (minimum 90 guests) or £100+VAT per person for 3-course menu (minimum 90 guests). Packages include welcome drink, private room and décor, DJ, and your chosen meal.

For seated dinners, they offer welcome drinks at £6.25+VAT per person and 3-course dining at £45+VAT per person. Room hire for dining events starts at £3,500+VAT, with spaces accommodating up to 220 guests in cabaret style seating.

Day catering packages are £38.50+VAT per person and include 3 tea and coffee breaks plus lunch. This is suitable for conferences and all-day meetings requiring refreshments throughout the day.

Yes, there will be Christmas decorations throughout the venue during the Christmas period. This should be factored into your event planning if you're hosting during this time.

Victoria Warehouse does not host certain styles of events, though specific restrictions aren't detailed in available information. They will review your event brief to determine if the venue is suitable for your particular requirements.

For some events, they require confirmation within 24 hours to provide security quotes and have signed contracts ready by the following Monday. The venue will review your brief first to ensure they're suitable before proceeding with formal quotes.




More about Victoria Warehouse

Iconic industrial event complex with dramatic brick and steel backdrops, scalable layouts and production‑ready power for contemporary conferences.



The Archives at Victoria Warehouse - Dining

Capacity: Up to 300 guests (Reception)
Location: Trafford Park, UK, Manchester, M17 1AB, London
Coordinates: 53.4643707275391, -2.28530550003052

Features

  • Wifi
  • Additional registration space
  • Adjacent breakout area
  • Air Conditioning
  • Atmospheric Lighting
  • Excellent Public Transport Links
  • High Tech AV
  • Inclusive PA system
  • Less than 10 minutes about from City Centre
  • Lighting
  • Private entrance

Food & Drink

  • External Catering Allowed
  • Professional Kitchen
  • Halal Catering

Space

  • Parking Spaces
  • Disabled Access
  • Storage Space
  • 300m² (3,229ft²)
  • Ceiling Height 5m (18ft)

Licenses

  • Licensed Until 1am
  • Extensions Available

Capacities

  • 144 Cabaret
  • 200 Dining
  • 300 Reception
  • 300 Theatre

Venue Guide Prices

Business

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£3,500 / Venue FeeEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Dining

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£3,500 / Venue FeeEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Events

Venue Hire Per Day

PriceSchedule
£3,500 / Venue FeeEvery day, 09:00 - 17:00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum guest requirement for private events in the Dining space?

Private events require a minimum of 80 guests. If you have fewer than 80 guests, you may be interested in their shared party option instead.

Are you required to use Victoria Warehouse's in-house catering for dining events?

Yes, you must use their in-house caterers for all events. You cannot bring in external catering providers or self-cater your event.

What are the Christmas party package prices and what's included?

Christmas party packages start at £95+VAT per person for street food menu (minimum 90 guests) or £100+VAT per person for 3-course menu (minimum 90 guests). Packages include welcome drink, private room and décor, DJ, and your chosen meal.

What dining options and pricing are available for corporate events?

For seated dinners, they offer welcome drinks at £6.25+VAT per person and 3-course dining at £45+VAT per person. Room hire for dining events starts at £3,500+VAT, with spaces accommodating up to 220 guests in cabaret style seating.

What are the day catering rates for conferences and meetings?

Day catering packages are £38.50+VAT per person and include 3 tea and coffee breaks plus lunch. This is suitable for conferences and all-day meetings requiring refreshments throughout the day.

Will Christmas decorations be present during December events?

Yes, there will be Christmas decorations throughout the venue during the Christmas period. This should be factored into your event planning if you're hosting during this time.

What types of events does Victoria Warehouse not accommodate?

Victoria Warehouse does not host certain styles of events, though specific restrictions aren't detailed in available information. They will review your event brief to determine if the venue is suitable for your particular requirements.

How far in advance do you need to confirm bookings and what's the process?

For some events, they require confirmation within 24 hours to provide security quotes and have signed contracts ready by the following Monday. The venue will review your brief first to ensure they're suitable before proceeding with formal quotes.

Venue Photos

This venue has 3 professional photos:

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Amenities & Features

  • Air conditioning ensures guest comfort
  • High tech AV system with inclusive PA
  • Adjacent breakout area for networking
  • Private entrance for exclusive access
  • Less than 10 minutes from City Centre
  • Atmospheric lighting creates ambiance
  • Additional registration space available

Event Types

Great for: Historic cotton warehouse setting with raw industrial charm provides an unconventional backdrop that has inspired Britain's greatest brands including Co-op, Topshop, and Manchester United.

Additional Information

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Contact: Available through HireSpace booking platform

Website: https://www.hirespace.com/Spaces/London/167600/Victoria-Warehouse/The-Archives/Dining