Are you looking for an intimate historic space in the heart of Manchester? Look no further, the Portico Library is the perfect venue.
Our atmospheric rooms are most suitable for drinks receptions, presentations, book launches and weddings, as well as small filming and photography shoots.
Have a look below at all the ways that you can use The Portico Library.
The Portico is a stunning location for your wedding celebration.
Surround yourself with literature as you hold your wedding ceremony with up to 30 guests in our historic Member’s Reading Room or 50 guests under our beautiful dome. Follow this with a celebratory drink’s reception in the famous gallery beneath our stunning glass dome.
The Portico Library has provided the perfect setting for numerous film, television, and photographic projects. We have impressive interiors, literary ambiance and historical backdrops for period pieces.
We charge £250 per hour (plus VAT) for the main area or the Reading Room
We charge £60 per hour (plus VAT) if it is image / video (not sound) only in the meeting area and we don’t have to close to the public.
Recent productions include: Houdini & Doyle Big Talk Productions, Britain’s Lost Masterpieces BBC, Peaky Blinders BBC and Hardtalk (Dan Brown) BBC
Our beautiful space under the dome can add something special to your celebration, reception, or presentation. We usually provide private hire for early evening events on Tuesdays and Fridays. Alternatively, if you have a specific date in mind, please get in touch with us.
Standing events have a maximum capacity of 80 people. Seated events have a maximum capacity of 60 people. We are an ideal venue for product or book launches, conference or drinks receptions starting at £150 per hour. We are licensed and can provide a bar as well as pay in advance drinks packages.
We still have availability for autumn/winter 24, please contact us for specific dates. We are also now taking bookings for early 2025.