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Victoria Baths

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Venue Type

Unique Venue

City

Manchester

Region

North West

Standing

1500

theatre

500

dinner

350

bedrooms

About Venue

Victoria Baths is one of Manchester's most iconic and architecturally significant event venues. Opened in 1906 and affectionately known as the "Water Palace", this Grade II* listed building features spectacular Edwardian architecture, stained glass, glazed tiles and ornate vaulted ceilings, creating a truly memorable setting for conferences, awards ceremonies, exhibitions, gala dinners and corporate events.

Following extensive restoration, Victoria Baths has become one of the city's most distinctive hire venues, offering a collection of unique event spaces alongside modern production capabilities. Whether hosting a conference in the magnificent Gala Pool or an exhibition within the historic Turkish Baths, the venue delivers an unforgettable experience while supporting the preservation of one of Manchester's greatest heritage buildings.

Event Spaces

Gala Pool

The venue's principal event space accommodates up to 1,500 standing, 500 theatre, 350 dinner or 250 cabaret guests. The spectacular former swimming pool provides an extraordinary setting for conferences, exhibitions, awards ceremonies and gala dinners.

Turkish Baths

A beautifully restored suite of historic rooms suitable for receptions, networking events, filming and private functions, accommodating up to 200 standing guests.

Male First Class Pool

A dramatic heritage event space ideal for exhibitions, dinners, product launches and conferences, accommodating up to 500 standing or 250 theatre delegates.

Female First Class Pool

A flexible event space perfect for exhibitions, receptions and breakout activities, accommodating up to 300 standingguests.

Boardroom & Meeting Rooms

A collection of smaller meeting rooms suitable for board meetings, workshops, interviews and planning sessions.

Facilities and Services

Dedicated events team, approved caterers, production support, WiFi, power distribution, exhibition space, filming facilities, accessible areas, heritage setting, flexible layouts and exclusive hire.

Location and Access

Located on Hathersage Road, approximately one mile from Manchester city centre, Victoria Baths is easily accessible from Manchester Piccadilly, Oxford Road and the University district. Paid parking is available nearby, and excellent public transport links serve the venue.

Ideal For

Conferences
Awards Ceremonies
Gala Dinners
Exhibitions
Product Launches
Filming
Networking Events
Charity Events
Private Celebrations
Christmas Parties

Key Features

Grade II* Listed
Edwardian Architecture
Gala Pool
Turkish Baths
Historic Tiles
1,500 Standing
Manchester Landmark
Exclusive Hire

Why Hire

Victoria Baths offers one of the most spectacular event settings in the UK. Its remarkable Edwardian interiors provide an unforgettable backdrop for conferences and gala events, while its flexible spaces allow organisers to create truly bespoke experiences in a nationally significant heritage building. (victoriabaths.org.uk)