8 Best City Centre Wedding Venues Manchester

Choosing a wedding venue is tough, there are a lot of different factors to consider. A country house might seem like a fine choice but it can be tricky for all your guests to find accommodation for the night. A great solution is to plan a city centre wedding! A lot of wedding venues are hotels themselves and have plenty of accommodation on site. Or your guests can choose from any of the many hotels in Manchester city centre. Weddings in the city are chic and modern. Cities are easy for people to get to and there are loads of public transport links.

Why Choose Manchester For Your Wedding

Manchester has a fantastic city centre which is why it’s such an amazing location for a wedding. Wedding guests can make a weekend of it and explore everything the city has to offer! There are loads of bars, restaurants and museums to explore. Manchester has something to offer everyone on every budget. There are beautiful luxury hotels to stay in and very affordable air bnb’s. We have world renowned restaurants and loads of Norther Quarter cheap eats. All of your guests can find somewhere to stay and things to do that suit their interests and budgets.

We love photographing city centre weddings! Manchester has a lot of really beautiful venues to choose from which make for unique wedding photo opportunities.

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King Street Townhouse

From the hotel collective Eclectic Hotels this wedding venue is super elegant. The main draw for couples getting married at King Street Townhouse is the exceptional views over the city centre. We especially recommend this venue for New Years Eve weddings. At the stroke of midnight a fantastic firework display is visible from the terrace which will wow your wedding guests! Not many venues can boast such a feature! We also recommend booking in the night before and taking advantage of the on-site spa. You can enjoy the views from the heated outdoor infinity pool. Also they deliver cocktails direct to the spa area, what more could anyone want?

Best For: New Years Eve Weddings

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Manchester Hall

One of the most iconic wedding venues in the city has to be Manchester Hall. Instantly recognisable by the stunning staircase this venue is the height of luxury. The unique architecture gives Manchester Hall a vintage feel. There is a really sense of old world opulence when you step inside the hall. We particularly love a black-tie wedding at this Manchester venue – so classy! There are loads of places indoors and outdoors to take photos too. It’s suitable for all seasons!

Best For: Black Tie Weddings

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The Monastery

Anyone who has been to visit The Monastery Manchester is sure to be blown away by the original features. This is a truly unique city centre venue boasting beautiful gothic architecture. The heritage site has also seen some modern developments with a huge glass atrium added onto the property. This mix of old and contemporary is what makes it so special. With space for up to 400 guests there are so many options with this city centre wedding location!

Best For: Beautiful Wedding Ceremonies

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Castlefield Rooms

Characterised by its cobbled streets, red brick buildings and canals Castlefield is a picturesque part of Manchester city centre. One of the best-loved venues in the area is Castlefield Rooms. This venue is perfect for a relaxed wedding day. The oak beamed celebration room can be decorated to suit any wedding style. Castlefield Rooms is a great venue for couples who want an intimate wedding rather than a huge lavish event. It is a low key venue, which will suit a wedding in any season.

Best For: Intimate Weddings

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Great John Street

Another fantastic city centre venue from Eclectic Hotels is Great John Street. The best feature at this hotel is the rooftop garden. With views out across Manchester this comfy outdoor space is great for the drinks reception. Great John Street is also known for it’s beautifully styled hotel rooms. We love a wedding venue where all the guests can stay. It makes it really easy to plan your big day when it’s simple to book accommodation too. You can block out the rooms with preferential rates so your guests don’t have to start searching online for somewhere to stay. It’s so nice to wake up the next morning and swap stories over breakfast!

Best For: Summer Weddings

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Manchester Museum

City centre wedding venues don’t get much more unique than Manchester Museum! The museum is best known for its huge T-Rex skeleton hanging from the ceiling. Not everyone can say they had a dinosaur at their wedding! There are so many interesting things to look at throughout this venue. It’s especially great for keeping children entertained, and they can also learn a few things along the way! This city centre venue attracts couples who like things to be a bit quirky and different. It’s our top pick for couples looking for an alternative wedding venue, sure to peak your guests interest!

Best For: Quirky Weddings

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The Midland Manchester

When we think about The Midland Hotel we immediately think of elegance. It’s an iconic part of Manchester city centre and no wedding venue list would be complete without it! Also The Midland is located in our favourite part of the city centre for wedding photos. Only a short stroll takes you outside the Manchester Library, which has some of the most beautiful backdrops for photos in the city! The hotel itself has stunning architecture and a number of event spaces inside. Weddings at The Midland are elegant and timeless. It’s one of our favourite city centre wedding venues!

Best For: Elegant Hotel Weddings

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Victoria Warehouse

Another city centre venue best for quirky weddings is Victoria Warehouse. It may be an unconventional venue but that’s what makes it so great! The original brickwork is such a fantastic feature which looks great in wedding photos. Couples can put their own stamp on the venue with flowers and decoration. The warehouse is a blank canvas, couples can let their creativity flow!

Best For: Unique City Centre Weddings

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We hope you feel inspired to start planning your city centre wedding in Manchester! Be sure to keep up to date with our featured weddings and our wedding planning tips. Find more amazing Manchester wedding venues with our top winter wedding venues.