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Exhibition & Convention Centre

Manchester Central

Manchester, North West England — M2 3GX

8000

Max Capacity

FROM

£2500

Per Day

4.3

42 reviews

Room Layouts

About This Venue

Manchester Central, formerly known as G-MEX, is one of the UK's premier exhibition and convention centres located in the heart of Manchester. Housed within the magnificent Victorian Central Railway Station building, this iconic venue combines historic architecture with modern facilities. The venue offers 8,000 square metres of flexible exhibition space across multiple interconnected halls, making it ideal for large-scale exhibitions, conferences, and events. With its distinctive arched glass roof and central Manchester location, Manchester Central provides excellent transport links and is within walking distance of hotels, restaurants, and attractions. The venue features state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, multiple catering options, and full accessibility throughout.

Room Capacities

theatre

4000

boardroom

100

classroom

2500

u shape

150

cabaret

1200

reception

8000

dining

2000

banquet

1800

Pricing

Day rates from £2500

Pricing varies by hall size, duration, and services required. Full venue hire and individual hall options available. Includes basic lighting and power.

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi

AV equipment

Catering facilities

Accessible

Air conditioning

Loading bays

Exhibition power

Rigging points

Natural lighting

Historic architecture

WiFi

AV & Technical

Professional lighting systems

Sound systems

LED screens

Projectors

Microphones

Wi-Fi

Live streaming capabilities

Exhibition power supplies

Ideal For

ExhibitionsTrade ShowsConferencesCorporate EventsAwards CeremoniesProduct LaunchesFashion Shows

Location & Access

Petersfield, Manchester M2 3GX

Manchester Piccadilly railway station 800m; Deansgate railway station 400m; St Peter's Square tram stop 200m; extensive bus network; Manchester Airport 20km

No on-site parking; multiple NCP car parks within 300m including Great Northern and Deansgate; street parking limited

Wheelchair accessible