1 photosImages not verified1 photosImages not verifiedThe National Football Museum, housed in Manchester's striking Urbis building, is the world's biggest football museum and offers exceptional event spaces with panoramic city views. The museum features flexible venues including the Hall of Fame, interactive galleries, and private dining areas that can accommodate events from intimate meetings to large receptions for up to 300 guests. Located in Cathedral Gardens in Manchester city centre, the venue combines cutting-edge technology with football heritage, creating a unique backdrop for corporate events, product launches, and celebrations. The museum's event spaces feature state-of-the-art AV equipment, full accessibility, and professional catering services, all within walking distance of Manchester's major transport links.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall of Fame | 120 | — | 30 | 80 | 35 | — | — |
| Pitch Gallery | 150 | — | 40 | 100 | 45 | — | — |
| Private Dining Room | 60 | — | 20 | 40 | 25 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire estimate.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Venue hire includes museum access, basic AV equipment, and event coordination. Catering packages available from £15 per person. Corporate membership discounts available.
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Urbis Building, Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, M4 3BG, United Kingdom
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The National Football Museum is a verified museum in Manchester, hosting up to 300 guests, with day delegate rates from £860. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Networking, Historic. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, accessibility. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, receptions and networking events, memorable events in a heritage setting.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 300 guests for standing receptions, 150 for seated dinners across multiple event spaces
Professional AV equipment including projectors, screens, sound systems and interactive technology
Full catering services available from canapés to three-course meals, with specialist dietary requirements catered for
Public parking available at nearby Urbis car park and street parking, advance booking recommended
The National Football Museum, housed in Manchester's striking Urbis building, is the world's biggest football museum and offers exceptional event spaces with panoramic city views. The museum features flexible venues including the Hall of Fame, interactive galleries, and private dining areas that can accommodate events from intimate meetings to large receptions for up to 300 guests. Located in Cathedral Gardens in Manchester city centre, the venue combines cutting-edge technology with football heritage, creating a unique backdrop for corporate events, product launches, and celebrations. The museum's event spaces feature state-of-the-art AV equipment, full accessibility, and professional catering services, all within walking distance of Manchester's major transport links.
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