Kimpton Clocktower Hotel – a stylish PR event space in Manchester

Originally built as the headquarters for the Refuge Assurance Company in 1890, the Grade II listed Kimpton Clocktower still cuts an impressive figure on Manchester’s Oxford Street. And on first arrival, the triple-height glazed tiled lobby instantly gives the sense of stepping into history; a centuries-old site of high-end professionalism with the decadent style credentials to match. 

From here, take your pick from 17 meeting and event spaces such as the Whitworth Rooms, a large open-plan space with an ingenious dividing mechanism that means it can be separated into three soundproof rooms if preferred.  

And the Ballroom: the largest single hotel event space in the north-west of England. Originally The Refuge Assurance staff dining room, the newly renovated space still retains its sense of grandeur with original features such as wood-panelled walls and expansive ceilings, but has been combined with all the technology you need to run an event of this scale, as well as a private bar. 

Every event needs time for refreshments and the break room space - originally the company post room - offers the perfect pitstop. With incredible original Victorian décor and swathes of natural light, attendees can stretch their legs and refuel on a varied selection of hot and cold refreshments in style. 

The Refuge at the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel 

And as the work day draws to a close, it’s time to unwind and let loose. Play a few games of fusball and billiards at the Den before heading over to the Refuge - a café by day, stylish restaurant and bar by evening.  

Run by two former DJs, the Refuge serves a globally influenced small plate and sharing dish menu, as well as an eclectic selection of wine, local craft beers and cocktails. So whether attendees want to relax with a local ale while checking the last of their emails, or stay on for a live DJ show while drinking mojitos, this stylish space has it all.   

Room availability 

And after a busy day - to bed, in one of Kimpton Clocktower’s 270 loft-style bedrooms, including 11 suites, all of which have stunning double and triple-height ceilings, and merge original features such as stained glass and carved wooden staircases with contemporary fittings and plush furnishings. 

So for a event space with strong sense of style that knows how to have a good time, look no further.  

Find out more about event venue hire at Kimpton Clocktower Hotel