Award winner Named Most-Loved Arts and Cultural Venue 2025 by I Love Manchester
Up to 200seated
Galabest for
Salford Quays area
Manchestercity
About this space
Floor-to-ceiling windows with waterside views
Private fourth-floor location
360-degree panoramic views of Salford Quays
Private outdoor balcony
Built-in bar facilities
Professional lighting rig
Circular contemporary design
Private bathroom facilities
Self-contained space
Capacity for 80-240 guests
Contemporary top-floor event room with panoramic waterside views, built-in AV and a private bar, well suited to banquet dinners, speeches and fundraising evenings.
Features
Wifi
Capacity for 200 dining
Built-in stage and AV
Central Salford Quays location
Private bar and balcony
Contemporary, less formal feel
Food & Drink
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Space
Disabled Access
Storage Space
Outdoor Space
216m² (2,325ft²)
Licenses
Licensed Until 1pm
Extensions Available
Wedding License
Capacities
200 Dining
Guide prices
Indicative pricing based on standard rates. Request an instant quote for your exact brief.
Business
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£2,000 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Evening
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,250 / Venue FeeEvents
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 18:00 - 23:00Every day, 18:00 - 23:00
£1,250 / Venue FeeWeddings
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Venue Hire Per Day
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£2,000 / Venue FeeVenue Hire Per Evening
Every day, 09:00 - 17:00Every day, 09:00 - 17:00
£1,250 / Venue FeeGreat for a...
Panoramic waterside views Christmas Party
- • Private fourth-floor location ensures exclusive celebration
- • Built-in bar facilities provide seamless drinks service
- • 360-degree windows create stunning backdrop for festivities
Professional lighting rig included Gala Dinner
- • Circular design creates intimate dining atmosphere
- • Professional lighting rig enhances award presentations
- • Private balcony offers networking space between courses
Private balcony overlooking quays Wedding Reception
- • Self-contained space provides complete privacy for celebrations
- • Waterside views create romantic ceremony backdrop
- • Built-in facilities eliminate external supplier coordination
Location
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Lowry The QuaysSalford M50 3AZSalford Quays M50 3AZManchester
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Award winner Named Most-Loved Arts and Cultural Venue 2025 by I Love Manchester
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Frequently asked questions
What is the room hire cost for the Compass Room and what does it include?
Evening hire of the Compass Room is £1,600 for 18:00-00:30 (6.5 hours). Day hire is also £1,600 for 12:00-18:00 (6 hours). The hire includes the circular space with floor-to-ceiling windows, private balcony, private bar, private bathrooms, and basic lighting rig.
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