A live speaker in front of an audience at Life Conferencing

Conference & event venue hire · Manchester

Room to
make it happen.

A flexible, production-ready venue for conferences, workshops, broadcasts and memorable gatherings in the heart of Manchester.

5 Mary StreetCheetham HillManchester M3 1NH

One venue.
Every moving part.

Bring your people, your idea and your ambition. We’ll give you the space, technical backbone and calm support to make the day land.

01

Flexible spaces

A large-format auditorium, breakout room and quiet green room—configured around your event.

02

Production ready

Screens, sound, lighting and multi-camera streaming support are available in-house.

03

Manchester connected

Minutes from the city centre, with straightforward road access and parking on site.

Spaces that shift
with your idea.

The auditorium arranged theatre-style01 / 03

The auditorium

Your main stage.

A generous, adaptable room for keynote-led conferences, community gatherings, launches and live productions. Build the layout around the way your audience needs to connect.

  • Theatre and flexible seating layouts
  • Stage, large-format screens and in-room audio
  • Lighting and multi-camera production options
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Impact Room in workshop layout

02 · Impact Room

Break out. Dig deeper.

A focused room for workshops, team sessions, training and small-group conversations.

Life Conferencing production control desk

03 · Production

Take the room online.

Record, stream or extend your event with an established production position and camera capability.

Camera operator filming a live event

Made to be
seen & heard.

From the person in the back row to the viewer joining from another city, the experience matters. Ask us about sound, screens, filming, live streaming and technical support.

SoundScreensLightingRecordingStreamingSupport

Shape the day.
Get an instant quote.

Choose your room, hire length and production extras. We’ll calculate an itemised 2026 quote. Then choose a date and continue to your booking enquiry, all here.

Step 01 · Your event

Tell us what you’re planning.

We’ll use the event profile and guest number to build your instant itemised quote.

A few things to know
before you book.

These planning essentials are a friendly overview, not a replacement for the complete venue hire terms that apply to a confirmed booking.

Download full terms ↓2026 consumer venue hire terms · PDF · 15 pages
01

Deposit & payment

A booking deposit is non-refundable. Payment timing is confirmed with your booking and, unless agreed otherwise, full payment is expected by the event date.

02

Cancellation charges

More than 4 weeks before the event: 50%. Four weeks or less: 80%. Less than 24 hours: the full charge.

03

Insurance

You must provide evidence of public liability insurance with cover of at least £5 million for each occurrence before the hire starts.

04

Time & sound

Your booked time includes setup and pack-down. Loud music and noise must finish 15 minutes before the end, and sound must remain below 90 dB.

05

Suppliers & equipment

External suppliers and equipment need prior approval. Send the supplier and equipment list, certificates and required safety documents at least 2 weeks ahead.

06

Safe, respectful events

Safeguarding remains the hirer’s responsibility. Smoking, vaping, alcohol, illegal substances and abusive or discriminatory behaviour are not permitted.

Close to the city.
Easy to reach.

Life Conferencing
5 Mary Street
Cheetham Hill
Manchester M3 1NH
By carOn-site parking available
By cityEasy access from central Manchester
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Before you
book.

Does choosing a date confirm my booking?+

No. Choosing a date does not send an enquiry or reserve a room. Complete and submit the ChurchSuite form; the venue team will then confirm the room, timings, requirements and quote with you.

Can you support live streaming or recording?+

Yes. The venue has sound, visual and production capability. Tell us the audience and platforms you have in mind so we can scope the right support.

Can the rooms be reconfigured?+

Yes. Room setup depends on your event and guest numbers. Include the style you need in your enquiry and the team will recommend the best fit.

Is parking available?+

Parking is available on site. Let us know your expected guest numbers so we can advise on arrival and parking arrangements.