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IWM North, Main Exhibition Space

Location pin

Trafford Wharf Road, Trafford Park, Manchester, M17 1TZ - 

  • Credit card

    From
    £12000 min spend

  • Users

    Up to
    500 standing

  • Table with chairs

    Offers
    catering

  • Delivery truck

    Internal Catering
    allowed

Centrally located in Manchester and boasting a variety of unparalleled event spaces, the Imperial War Museum is available to hire for daytime and evening. The venue is perfect for events such as, executive meetings, conferences, and product launches to birthday parties, award ceremonies, Christmas parties, summer parties and wedding receptions.

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. Working with our technical team you can create your own big picture show. These bespoke digital wallpapers are digitally mastered and developed around any theme you choose and provide a spectacular backdrop to any event.

Income generated from venue hire helps us deliver our learning programmes, displays and exhibitions.

The venue has recently won two National Venue Awards including Most Historic Venue and Most Unusual/Unique Venue.

Impressive event space at one of Manchester's most illustrious venues for Christmas Parties. It features the 360° Big Picture Show which can transform the area to suit a limitless variety of themes or to screen short films. The experienced in-house events team can organise guided gallery tours to complement and enhance all events from birthday parties, to anniversaries, award ceremonies, drinks receptions, wedding receptions and special social gatherings.

Capacity & layout

Standing

Standing

up to 500

Theatre

Theatre

up to 300

Catering & drinks

Catering arrangements

Catering arrangements

Catering facilities

Catering facilities

Refreshments

Refreshments

Alcohol

Alcohol

Amenities

Cloakroom

Cloakroom

Disabled access

Disabled access

Air conditioning

Air conditioning

Lectern

Lectern

Tea

Tea

Public transport

Public transport

Premises parking

Premises parking

Overnight accommodation

Overnight accommodation

Breakout rooms

Breakout rooms

Audio & visual

Projector & screen

Projector & screen

TV screen

TV screen

Flipchart

Flipchart

WiFi

WiFi

Space rules

Cancellation policy

Subject to venue Terms & Conditions only.

Location

Reviews

  • Farizah Roslan

    February 2024

    I prefer this one compared to the one in London. We really had fun. The exhibition was in a timeline so we were fully indulged in the reading. Totally recommend 🥰❤️

  • Dhibin TS

    February 2024

    Visiting this site was like receiving a complimentary pass to a journey through history. Booking tickets in advance on their website ensured a hassle-free entry. The area was impeccably maintained, offering a poignant glimpse into the lives of war heroes through their letters and artifacts. From old uniforms to tanks and rifles, every exhibit seemed to tell a story of bravery and sacrifice. As you descend to the lower floor, you're greeted by a convenient cafeteria and clean restroom facilities, making it a well-rounded experience. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious, this place offers an enlightening and respectful tribute to our military past.

  • Teck Boon

    February 2024

    Free to enter but a donation will help them out a lot. Decent amount of exhibits and easy to spend 2-3 hours if you want to see all the exhibits in detail. There’s a cafe and gift shop in the building. It’s a 20min tram ride from the city center and just a bit of a walk after that.

  • Jessica Davis

    February 2024

    A lovely modern venue with some truly great displays. Cafe and souvenirs available on site too! Highly recommend the Churchill whisky! 🥃