Type | Capacity |
Reception | 700 |
Seated dinner | 300 |
Outside space | Yes |
Conference Cabaret Style | 90 |
Imperial War Museum North Venue Hire M17
Located in the cultural heart of The Quays at MediaCityUK, IWM North’s extraordinary spaces offer exceptional possibilities for entertaining and our award-winning approach to event-creation has positioned the museum as one of the leading venues in the city-region.
Unique to IWM North is the Big Picture Show, an immersive cinematic experience that presents film, imagery and sound from our collections. The short feature films, which are shown our main exhibition space, explore various themes from service and separation to Remembrance. Working with the venue’s technical team you can create your own big picture show. These bespoke digital wallpapers are digitally mastered and developed around any theme you choose. Unique to IWM North, these cinematic experiences provide a spectacular backdrop to any event.
Imperial War Museum North’s head chef Tony Pickup has created a range of reception and fine dining seasonal menus using the finest seasonal ingredients. For over ten years Tony and his team at the museum have earned a reputation for creating fabulous food and discerning taste- a menu to please all for a variety of event requirements.
The venue is the ideal venue for daytime events and conferences, weddings, Christmas parties, graduation balls and summer parties. Reknowned for being a unique venue for filming and locations hire, if you want to impress your guests and leave a lasting impression Imperial War Museum North is the venue for you.
PackagesAn iconic venue in Manchester, IWM North offers a range of spaces for your party or corporate event.
In the Main Exhibition Space, an AV-8A Harrier jump-jet provides a unique backdrop, while the purpose built WaterShard conference centre offers dedicated event space and state of the art AV technology.
QUAYSIDE
IWM North, boasts a beautiful Quay Side offering views of MediaCityUK and The Quays, ideal for summer cocktail receptions.
EVENING EVENTS
Delight attendees with an event in IWM North’s stunning Main Exhibition Space, featuring soaring ceilings and distinctive surroundings.
360 degree HD digital projection system Technical experts will work with you to help create your own digital wallpaper with 360 degree HD technology that allows you to create a completely unique backdrop and setting.
Innovative and Dynamic The Main Exhibition Space is one of Manchester’s most impressive settings for evening conference dinners, gala dinners, awards ceremonies and receptions.
DINNER PACKAGES
Includes:
Complimentary cocktail or prosecco drinks reception under Harrier Jump Jet or on Quayside overlooking MediaCityUK
3 course dinner menu
Exclusive hire of Main Exhibition Space until 1am
Red carpet on arrival
Complimentary onsite car parking
HD digital lighting package and 360 degree audio visual show LED lighting of your choice
360 degree digital wallpaper – animated themes included are: art deco, Manchester skyline, Alice in Wonderland, enchanted garden, Cuban, falling stars, wild west, summertime or outer space (or create your own for a £500 + VAT supplement – content required)
Stage and stage lighting
Surround sound digital PA system, lectern and microphone
Floor projected patterns under Harrier and in Main Exhibition Space
Company logo projected on Harrier Jump Jet
Uplighters in Main Exhibition Space and under the Harrier Jump Jet
Technical support all evening
*Minimum numbers and terms and conditions apply
MAIN EXHIBITION SPACE
A striking space for large events, featuring 360 degree digital wallpapers that can be tailored to your event for a unique sensory experience.
Capacities
Seated Dinners 300
Reception 500
HARRIER JUMP JET SPACE
Possibly the most unique venue in the north-west, greet your guests beneath an iconic aircraft for an experience they won’t forget.
Capacities
Seated Dinners 70
Reception 260
THE WATERSHARD
Opened in June 2017, the WaterShard provides dedicated private event spaces with state of the art AV technology, air conditioning and stunning views of The Quays and MediaCityUK. The flexible spaces offer a range of options for day time meetings for 2 to 120 delegates, and can be used for evening networking or dinners for up to 100 guests.
QUAYSIDE
IWM North, boasts a beautiful Quay Side offering views of MediaCityUK and The Quays, ideal for summer cocktail receptions.