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City of Manchester Stadium

📍
Ashton New Road, Eastlands, Manchester M11 3FF, United Kingdom
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Premier league football stadium and major event venue in East Manchester with world-class facilities.

About This Venue

The City of Manchester Stadium, known as the Etihad Stadium, is the home of Manchester City Football Club and one of the UK's most modern sporting venues. This 55,000-capacity stadium features state-of-the-art conference and event facilities including hospitality suites, corporate boxes, and flexible meeting spaces. Located in East Manchester's Sportcity complex, it offers excellent transport links and extensive parking. The venue provides a prestigious setting for corporate events, conferences, exhibitions, and special occasions with panoramic pitch views and premium catering services.

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Indicative Budget
£112,500£212,500
Typical day-delegate event for ~2500 guests
Capacity (max)
5,000
Typical attendees
2,500
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (2500 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

55000
Maximum Capacity
55000
Theatre Style
0

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Tunnel Club

200
150
405080

City Suite

300
250
6080120

93:20 Suite

150
100
303550

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 250 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV equipment
Parking
Accessible
Catering
Premium hospitality suites
Corporate boxes
Stadium tours
Multiple event spaces
Professional lighting
Sound systems

📐 Space Specifications

85000
Total Space (m²)
45m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

🎤 AV Equipment

Stadium-wide PA System
Giant LED Screens
Professional Lighting
Live Broadcast Equipment
Wi-Fi

🎯 Suitable For

📋Football Matches
📋Concerts
📋Corporate Events
📋Awards Ceremonies
📋Product Launches

♿ Accessibility

DDA compliantWheelchair accessible seatingAccessible toiletsHearing loops availableAccessible parking spaces

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Etihad Campus Metrolink station directly connected to stadium (5-minute walk). Regular bus services from Manchester city centre. Manchester Piccadilly railway station 2.5 miles away. Manchester Airport 8 miles via M56.

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

On-site parking for 2,000+ vehicles. Additional parking at nearby leisure facilities and park & ride schemes on match days.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

14 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

250
theatre
60
boardroom
120
classroom
80
u shape
180
cabaret
400
reception
200
dining
180
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Stadium capacity 55000, with various hospitality suites and corporate areas available for smaller events
What AV equipment is available?
State-of-the-art stadium AV including giant screens, professional sound system, and broadcast facilities
Is catering available?
Multiple dining options including restaurants, bars, and hospitality catering services
Is there parking available?
Extensive parking facilities available, advance booking recommended for events

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Location & Contact

📍 Address

Ashton New Road
Eastlands
M11 3FF, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Conference CentreEvent SpaceCorporate HospitalityExhibition Venue

Venue Location

Ashton New Road, Eastlands, Manchester, M11 3FF

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Stadium capacity 55000, with various hospitality suites and corporate areas available for smaller events

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: State-of-the-art stadium AV including giant screens, professional sound system, and broadcast facilities

Q: Is catering available?

A: Multiple dining options including restaurants, bars, and hospitality catering services

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Extensive parking facilities available, advance booking recommended for events

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏛️Museum

🏛️
National Football Museum Experience
3.2 km (2 mi)• 15 minutes by car
🏛️
Industrial Heritage Museum
4.1 km (2.5 mi)• 25 minutes by public transport
🏛️
Whitworth Art Gallery
5.2 km (3.2 mi)• 30 minutes by car

🎵Concert Hall

🎵
Manchester Arena Entertainment Complex
3.5 km (2.2 mi)• 20 minutes by tram

🎭Theatre

🎭
Royal Exchange Theatre House
3.8 km (2.4 mi)• 22 minutes by tram

📍Nature Reserve

📍
Peak District Gateway Centre
35 km (21.7 mi)• 45 minutes by car
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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