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As a striking, sculptural landmark building on Manchester’s waterfront, IWM North is an unrivalled private dining venue that packs a punch. Here, you and your guests will be immersed in over a century of history, dating back to the First World War. Built on a former bomb site from the Manchester Blitz, this private dining venue boasts modern amenities such as cutting-edge AV technology and an immersive 360-degree projection system.
With its jutting angles, sloping floors and imposing exterior, this private dining venue will leave guests with memories to last a lifetime. From the Main Exhibition Area to the modern WaterShard, we have an exciting line-up of spaces that are perfectly suited to host lavish feasts and dinner parties of up to 300 guests.
If you're looking for a private dining venue in Manchester that exudes an air of grandeur, look no further than IWM North. The Main Exhibition Space is perfect for larger dinners for up to 300 guests. With its impressive high ceilings and immersive 360-degree Big Picture projection, this dinner party venue is always a firm favourite. For something truly unique, the Harrier Jump Jet Area allows you to greet your guests beneath an iconic aircraft.
Thinking of hosting a smaller gathering? The WaterShard offers state-of-the-art AV technology and air conditioning, ideal for dinners of up to 100 guests. All spaces offer customisable layouts and lighting to suit your needs.
Restaurant Associates brings decades of experience to every event. Known for their creative approach and commitment to sustainability, they use only the freshest seasonal ingredients from local suppliers.
Widely regarded as one of the most flexible gala dinner venues in Manchester, we can guarantee there’s a menu to match the tone and style of your event. Whether you choose a multi-course fine dining experience or a relaxed buffet spread, all menus can be tailored to dietary needs and easily scaled for larger groups. To complement the food, guests can enjoy bubbles, beer, cocktails and more from our fully stocked bar.
We want you to get the most out of your budget, so we’ve carefully designed packages that cover all the bases. Our evening dinner packages include a red-carpet arrival, a drinks reception on the Quayside, a three-course dinner and exclusive hire of the Main Exhibition Space or the Harrier Area from 7pm-1am.
With a dedicated Event Manager on hand, you can relax knowing that your dinner party will run smoothly from start to finish. There’s also complimentary Wi-Fi and on-site parking to ensure your guests can easily access this spectacular gala dinner venue in Manchester.
Our award-winning approach to event creation has positioned IWM North as one of the leading private dining venues in Manchester. Hear directly from our guests and find out why they trust us to deliver their most impressive events time and time again.
If you would like to find out more about hiring one of Manchester’s most extraordinary private dining venues, then get in touch. You can rely on the team at IWM North to bring your vision to life through expert event production, meticulous planning and flawless execution.
