New Century Hall
Directions
By public transport
If you arriving by tram, bus or train then New Century Hall is just a short walk from both Shudehill Interchange and Manchester Victoria.
By car
Whilst we would encourage guests to arrive by public transport if possible, if you do need to drive in there are several car parks nearby, including:
- Just Park Riga St, Manchester, M4 4AF
- EuroPark 88a Miller St, Manchester, M4 4DY
Accessibility
New Century is proud to feature several facilities around the venue to make their space a comfortable experience for customers with access requirements. If you have any questions or specific requirements ahead of your visit, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
- Talent Day will take place on the first floor.
- Those on foot will be required to ascend two flights of stairs (with handrails on both sides). There is also a lift that can take you up to The Hall.
- There is a total of three accessible toilets: one in the ground floor lobby and two on the first floor.
- Guide dogs are permitted to enter the venue, however, we would ask if you could make us aware of this prior to the event.
- A designated Quiet Space will be available for attendees who may need a break during the event.
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Interesting facts
New Century Hall is one of Manchester’s hidden gems and it plays a big part in its musical heritage. In the 60s Jimi Hendrix and Jerry Lee Lewis rocked the stage as part of the army of US exports finding fame in the UK. Home grown talent such as The Hollies, The Kinks, Herman’s Hermits and Procol Harum all crafted their acts playing here before going on to worldwide fame.
In the 80s the hall was a venue for the legendary all-night Acid House parties of the MADchester era. The likes of 808 State and A Guy Called Gerald swapped guitars for electronic instruments and channelled the spirit of Chicago House music into Manchester’s emerging underground scene.
Today the hall has been fully restored with its vintage wood wall panelling, sprung dance floor and psychedelic illuminated ceiling fully intact. Now equipped with a fully stocked bar, state of the art sound and stage production equipment, the venue plays host to an eclectic range of events throughout the year.
New Century Hall
34 Hanover Street
Manchester
M4 4AH
