Why Manchester

When looking for a destination to host a conference or event, Manchester is a city that won’t disappoint. Easy access for both national and international delegates; an array of leisure options; and a range of venues to choose from that can accommodate events from the smallest to the largest are just some of the reasons why Manchester is regarded as a world-class conference destination.

Take a look at our destination toolkit for help with navigating to and around our city region, and read about Manchester's successes within our case studies or find out about Manchester as an incentive destination.

A city of innovation, Manchester has particular strengths in three cutting-edge sectors, including Life Sciences, Creative, Digital and Technology, and Advanced Manufacturing.

Stay up-to-date with Manchester Convention Bureau on our blog, keep in the loop with the latest news, and find out about upcoming conferences. And if that isn't inspiration enough, read our top 10 reasons to choose Manchester as your next conference and events destination.

Why Manchester

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The Principal Manchester

The largest event space within a hotel in the northwest of England.
The Lowry Hotel

The Lowry Hotel is a pioneering property, and was the first five-star hotel to open in Greater Manchester and is the only member of Leading Hotels of the World in the region. From a small boardroom meeting to a reception for 600 the experience event planners will ensure every large request and small detail are accommodated. The River Restaurant on the floor below with its modern European menu, also offers a Private Dining Room seating up to 24 people.
The Lowry

The Lowry is a multipurpose arts centre and an established events venue, which hosts a wide range of conferences and events each year. The visually impressive building is located at the heart of MediaCityUK, one of the world’s most exciting media destinations.
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Case Studies
58th Annual Conference of the Particle Therapy Co-Operative Group (PTCOG)

Marketing Manchester, in partnership with The Christie NHS Foundation Trust and University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH), helped secure the prestigious 58th Annual Conference of the Particle Therapy Co-Operative Group (PTCOG) in 2019.
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