Venue Profile — Manchester
Manchester Central
Manchester Central — Manchester venue hire
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.
Manchester pricing benchmark · 2026
Day Delegate Rate
£35–£80
Meeting rooms
from £30/hr
Conference venues
from £2,000/day
Manchester Central ranges £2,000–£15,000/day by hall and build. Full 2026 benchmark →
| City | Manchester |
|---|---|
| Venue type | Exhibition & Convention Centre |
| Maximum capacity | 8000 guests |
| Minimum capacity | 4000 guests |
| Address | Petersfield |
| Postcode | M2 3GX |
| Manchester DDR benchmark (2026) | £35–£80 per person |
| Meeting room hire | from £30/hr |
Manchester Central hire FAQs
How much does it cost to hire Manchester Central in Manchester?
Venue hire in Manchester typically runs £35–£80 per person on a Day Delegate basis, with meeting rooms from £30/hr and conference venues from £2,000/day (2026 Jigsaw benchmark, updated June 2026). Manchester Central's exact rate depends on date, layout and catering scope — Jigsaw Conferences negotiates below rack rates with £60m+ annual buying power, free of charge to you.
What is the capacity of Manchester Central?
Manchester Central accommodates up to 8000 guests and is listed as a exhibition & convention centre venue. Layout (theatre, boardroom, cabaret or standing reception) changes the usable headcount — our team confirms per-layout capacities with the venue before you commit.
How do I book Manchester Central for a corporate event?
Send one enquiry via the form on this page or call 0800 121 4470. Jigsaw Conferences checks live availability at Manchester Central, negotiates the rate, and returns a like-for-like Manchester shortlist with real pricing. Venues pay our commission — you never pay booking fees.
What are typical Day Delegate Rates in Manchester in 2026?
Manchester Day Delegate Rates run £35–£80 per person in 2026, including room hire, basic AV and catering. Manchester Central ranges £2,000–£15,000/day by hall and build. See the full 2026 UK Venue Pricing Benchmark on jigsawconferences.co.uk/uk-venue-pricing-benchmark for all 15 cities.
Check availability at Manchester Central
One enquiry. We confirm availability, negotiate the rate and send a like-for-like Manchester shortlist — free, zero booking fees. Or call 0800 121 4470.
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