retail Hire
Backed by nearly a century of retail expertise, we provide the space, additional support and insight you need to bring your vision to life, seamlessly.
Specifications & Capacity
Spanning over 270sqm of total footprint, our light-filled venue is optimized to accommodate high-footfall retail events, product launches, and brand activations with a maximum capacity of up to 175 guests at any one time.
Dimensions & Capacity Breakdown
Main Studio Floor (270sqm) — Capacity: Up to 175 People
Extensive floor space framed by four massive front windows, perfect for high-capacity pop-up stores, floor displays, stage setups, and fluid guest movement. Includes an integrated kitchenette for catering prep and a private toilet.
Loading Bay (30sqm)
Direct gear and inventory access for seamless setup, staging, and breakdown of retail displays without disrupting the main event space.
Entrance Foyer (15sqm)
Dedicated front-of-house area for guest check-ins, ticketing, crowd flow management, or branded entrance installations.
Private Office (11sqm)
Secure back-of-house space ideal for extra stock inventory, VIP green room prep, or event staff operations. This additional room is only available on bespoke packages.
Built for High-Impact Retail Events
Generous Scale & Flow: With 270sqm of open floor space, the studio comfortably holds up to 175 attendees while maintaining clear walkways for browsing, product interaction, and social mixing.
Natural Light & Visual Appeal: Four floor-to-ceiling style front windows flood the entire main floor with natural light, creating an inviting visual atmosphere and high street visibility.
Streamlined Event Operations: Separate foyer, loading, and office areas keep guest entry, stock replenishment, and event management entirely distinct from the main floor experience.
Services
Explore our range of additional services designed to help you execute your next event with complete confidence:
Loading Bay - Situated on the same floor within our on-site car park. Fully equipped and functional for easy vehicle access, quick stock drop-offs, and effortless event setups.
Event Manager for Hire - An experienced professional on hand to oversee logistics, manage space flow, and keep your event running smoothly from start to finish.
Complete Merchandising Kit - We offer retail equipment with professional clothing rails, hangers, full-length mirrors, modular display units, and commercial steamers.
Staff For Hire - Access reliable, retail-trained floor staff and brand ambassadors to support your team and assist customers.
Clients
We have a proven track record of running high-capacity sample sales, welcoming up to 2,500 customers a day while hosting partner retail brands under one roof. Having hosted major names including Snow Peak, Stan Ray, and KEEN, we have earned a strong reputation for delivering some of Manchester city centre's most exciting retail events.
Location
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Castlefield offers a rare combination for retail organizers: a picturesque, heritage-rich destination directly adjoining one of the most densely populated residential areas in Manchester city centre.
Positioned where historic canals and cobblestones meet the modern high-rise Deansgate towers, the area sits at a natural crossroads of heavy daily footfall
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Conveniently located just a five minute stroll from Deansgate-Castlefield station, offering quick train and Metrolink connections across Manchester.
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Surrounding developments host thousands of young professionals and affluent city dwellers living within a 5-minute walking radius, providing a ready-made local shopper demographic.
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Castlefield Bowl , Aviva Studios (Factory International), and the National Trust - Castlefield Viaduct consistently draw destination visitors, event-goers, and weekend crowds into the district.
Ready to Plan Your Next Retail Event? Whether you need the space for a one day pop-up, a multi-day sample sale or a month long showroom, we offer flexible booking options tailored to your Needs.
Contact us
To see date availability and request a booking please head straight to the HIRE OUR SPACE page, for any other questions feel free to fill in this contact form after checking our FAQ section.