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Cell Block Three-Four

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.

"For the price Alcotraz is great value for money! A drink and a show while feeling like you and your friends are in your own prison block (private room) is quite something. The whole event was catered and personalised and the space was such a great change of scenery from meetings. One of the best team building events in the city. Book a private room at Alcotraz now!"
Anita Google
"I highly recommend booking Alcotraz for a range of productions that may need prison shots. The devils in the details with this prison block and Alcotraz has the details down. All the spaces in the building are tone perfect for the time and setting. You could spend hours looking and still spot new things."
James DesignMyNight
"Had my Birthday party at Alcotraz and as Birthdays go it was an extra special way to spend it. every room is amazing and the it was the perfect size to host my 30 guests. One of the best bars in the city too! They make room for everybody's dietary requirements and still free up the time to ask you what you would like and what are your favourites. The actors were just wow. Stayed in character the whole time! Go to jail, You will love it!"
Sam TripAdvisor
"The perfect location for our shoot! We would have stayed to book on for the show if not for a shooting schedule that needed us in Northern Quarter that night. There's also a great view of Great Northern from the terrace. The staff were also really helpful in playing host to our crew. Can't recommend Alcotraz Manchester enough if you're are trying to search locations for a prison feature."
Joanne Google

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.

1 HOUR 45 MINUTE HIRE

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.

1 HOUR 45 MINUTE HIRE

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.

4 HOUR HIRE

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.

4 HOUR HIRE

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.

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