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3 photosImages not verifiedUrbis is Manchester's striking contemporary glass building located in the heart of the city's cultural quarter at Cathedral Gardens. This iconic venue offers flexible event spaces across multiple floors with panoramic views of Manchester's skyline. The building features modern exhibition spaces, meeting rooms, and reception areas suitable for corporate events, conferences, exhibitions, and private functions. With its distinctive architectural design and central location near Manchester Cathedral and the National Football Museum, Urbis provides a unique backdrop for events. The venue combines cutting-edge facilities with easy access to Manchester's transport links and cultural attractions.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Exhibition Space | 200 | — | 40 | 120 | 50 | — | — |
| Upper Gallery | 100 | — | 25 | 60 | 30 | — | — |
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.
Pricing available on request based on event requirements and duration
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Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, M4 3BG, United Kingdom
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Urbis is a verified exhibition centre in Manchester, hosting up to 400 guests, with day delegate rates from £210. Its genome scores highest for Corporate, Hybrid Ready, Networking. 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, hybrid and streamed events, receptions and networking events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 400 guests for exhibitions and events in various configurations
Professional exhibition lighting, sound system, projection facilities and high-speed Wi-Fi available
Full catering services available including buffets, canapes and formal dining options
Limited on-site parking available, additional public parking nearby in Manchester city centre
Urbis is Manchester's striking contemporary glass building located in the heart of the city's cultural quarter at Cathedral Gardens. This iconic venue offers flexible event spaces across multiple floors with panoramic views of Manchester's skyline. The building features modern exhibition spaces, meeting rooms, and reception areas suitable for corporate events, conferences, exhibitions, and private functions. With its distinctive architectural design and central location near Manchester Cathedral and the National Football Museum, Urbis provides a unique backdrop for events. The venue combines cutting-edge facilities with easy access to Manchester's transport links and cultural attractions.
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