Manchester Private Hire Venue
Previously undiscovered, in the heart of Manchester, a short walk from iconic Manchester catchments such as The Northern Quarter and Deansgate now lies Cell Block Three-Four, a secret speakeasy prison which promises to be one of the most unique bar venues in Manchester. Alcotraz makes an incredible location for a range of private events, whether a celebration with friends, an amazing photoshoot location or a unique filming opportunity. Get in touch and have our team help arrange your event.
Capacity
The entire Penitentiary can be privately hired up to a maximum of 80 inmates, or you can privately hire an individual Cell Block of up to 60 inmates.
Cell Block A – Up to 60 inmates.
Cell Block B – Up to 20 inmates.
Visiting Hours:
Monday to Friday – Available for hire all day and evening.
Saturday – No options for hire.
Sunday – Available for hire all day and evening.
Private Hire Options
Choose one of our 4 options for hire based on the duration you would like and whether you would like an all-inclusive package or would rather smuggle your own alcohol. Below pricing is for mid-week hires. Friday and Sunday pricing can be provided on request.
Option 1
All Inclusive:
1 hour 45 minute immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists.
4 cocktails / drinks included from the prison canteen.
£56 per person.
Option 2
Smuggle-In Your Own Alcohol:
1 hour 45 minute immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists.
Smuggle in your own spirit bottles, beer and wine and the prison canteen will serve up to 4 cocktails/drinks for you.
£36 per person.
Option 3
All Inclusive:
2 hour immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists. 4 cocktails / drinks included.
2 hour open venue hire to allow mingling between guests with a paid bar* and pizza.
£99 per person.
*If you would rather not have a paid bar there is the ability to pay for all drinks in advance.
Option 4
Smuggle-In Your Own Alcohol:
2 hour immersive theatrical experience with live actors and skilled mixologists.
2 hour open venue hire to allow mingling between guests with pizza.
Smuggle in your own spirit bottles, beer and wine and the prison canteen will serve up to 6 cocktails/drinks for you.
£69 per person.
Extras
No matter what option you choose, feel free to let us know if you want to make the experience extra memorable by assigning anyone in your party their own unique character. Choose from the options of ‘the janitor’, ‘the mole’ or ‘the escape artist’ and watch them play out an integral part of the immersive storyline
For any option we would require to charge for a minimum of 40 guests, even if less attended.