The Lowry
The Lowry is a world-class visual and performing arts centre and an established conference and event venue.
It offers a perfect mix of award-winning architecture and breathtaking surroundings set in a unique waterfront location just one and a half miles from Manchester city centre.
Outstanding conference facilities, high quality catering and full in-house audio visual services make it a first-class venue sure to impress.
Only when you step inside do you discover the magnitude of this dramatic steel structure, which offers a fantastic range of modern and inspirational spaces including:
- the 1730 seat Lyric theatre
- the stunning Compass Room complete with its own panoramic balcony
- the highly versatile Studio
- the Lowry Galleries, exciting and unique spaces to entertain during pre-dinner drinks and receptions
Our unique flexibility of space, magnificent setting and extremely professional services give us the capacity and expertise to accommodate any type of event.
View details of conference facilities at The Lowry
Submit the online Conference enquiry form or email conference@thequays.org.uk.
Travel ![]()
| Air | Manchester International Airport 10 miles |
|---|---|
| Train | Manchester Piccadilly 3 miles |
| Motorway | M602, J3 0.25 miles |
| Parking | 300 on-site spaces |

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