Christmas at IWM North Contact Contact 0161 836 4042/430161 836 4042/43 conferencesnorth@iwm.org.uk conferencesnorth@iwm.org.uk
Exclusive Christmas Party Nights at IWM North IWM North is one of the most impressive Christmas party venues in Manchester. Situated on The Quays opposite MediaCityUK, IWM North is the perfect Christmas venue offering exclusivity, style and state-of-the-art digital technology designed to create the perfect setting for your celebrations. We are the only Christmas party venue in the UK to offer the spectacular Winter Wonderland, our unique 360-degree cinematic experience. Our exceptional event management team will ensure a stress-free Christmas for party organisers and guarantees an unforgettable experience for your guests. We can accommodate up to 300 guests for a dinnerdance and up to 700 for a reception. We also have spaces suited to smaller, more intimate parties. Our Christmas menus have been designed to ensure there is something for everyone to enjoy from canapés to a traditional Christmas dinner. IWM North and Levy Restaurants work in partnership to provide excellent service and outstanding food. Our Executive chef has a talent for creative, imaginative menus, tailored to your individual needs. IWM North is a registered educational charity and has won many awards over the years including service and creativity. Christmas at IWM North 2
Dining in a Winter Wonderland Winter Wonderland Christmas party with digitally falling snow using 360 degree digital technology. Alpine ski village reception theme also available ask the events team for more information. Christmas at IWM North 3
Main exhibition space bespoke themes Bespoke Christmas digital displays are created in-house to fit in with your event theme. Bespoke themes from previous exclusive parties include an Alpine Ski Village, Cruise Ship, Alice in Wonderland, Hollywood Oscars, Studio 54 and our fabulous Winter Wonderland theme. Christmas at IWM North 4
Main exhibition space bespoke themes Christmas at IWM North 5
Exclusive Christmas Packages Silver Exclusive Christmas Packages Gold Exclusive use of IWM North (Foyer/Harrier area/main exhibition space) 4 course Christmas menu Package from 45.95 + VAT per person* Exclusive use of IWM North (Foyer/Harrier area/main exhibition space) 4 course Christmas Menu Package from 56.95 + VAT per person* Car parking for up to 140 cars Secure cloakroom Standard banqueting tables and chairs White table cloths and napkins Event Manager to ensure the smooth running of your event Christmas fork seated buffet or Christmas bowl food reception Package from 41.95 + VAT per person* *minimum numbers apply Car parking for up to 140 cars Secure cloakroom Standard banqueting tables and chairs White table cloths and napkins Event Manager to ensure the smooth running of your event Christmas fork seated buffet or Christmas bowl food reception Package from 51.95 + VAT per person* *minimum numbers apply Built in PA system with microphone and lectern in Main exhibition space Built in PA system with microphone and lectern in Main exhibition space Plasma screen by Main Entrance for welcome message/logo Plasma screen by Main Entrance for welcome message/logo Technical support on site until 8pm Technical support on site until 8pm Red carpet and two up-lighters at Main Entrance including Air shard stationary search light Red carpet and two up-lighters at Main Entrance including Air shard stationary search Light Standard lighting package for full lighting inclusions please see digital packages brochure Licensed bar facilities DJ with dance floor lighting Black and white dance floor Christmas novelties Background Christmas party music Cash/card fully serviced bar Christmas menu Licensed bar facilities DJ with dance floor lighting Black and white dance floor Christmas novelties Background Christmas party music Cash/card fully serviced bar Christmas 4 course menu with glass of Prosecco Winter Wonderland digital lighting package (Snow falls digitally around the space) For full lighting inclusions please see digital packages brochure Company logo projected on Harrier Jump Jet Drinks package per table includes 3 bottles of wine and 10 bottles of Peroni beer Cash/card fully serviced bar Christmas at IWM North 6
Exclusive Christmas Packages Platinum Exclusive use of IWM North (Foyer/Harrier area/main exhibition space) Car parking for up to 140 cars Secure cloakroom Standard banqueting tables and chairs White table cloths and napkins Event Manager to ensure the smooth running of your event Built in PA system with microphone and lectern in Main exhibition space Plasma screen by Main Entrance for welcome message/logo Technical support on site until 8pm Red carpet and two up-lighters at Main Entrance including Air shard stationary search light Licensed bar facilities DJ with dance floor lighting Raised platform with stage lighting Black and white dance floor Christmas novelties Background Christmas party music Cash/card fully serviced bar Christmas 4 course menu with 2 glasses of Prosecco Drinks package per table includes 3 bottles of wine and 10 bottles of Peroni beer Bespoke digital lighting package (creation of a bespoke 360 degree digital wallpaper theme tailored for your event) For full lighting inclusions please see digital packages brochure Company logo projected on Harrier Jump Jet and on aluminium wall 4 course Christmas menu Package from 61.95 + VAT per person* Christmas fork seated buffet or Christmas bowl food reception Package from 56.95 + VAT per person* *minimum numbers apply For more bespoke packages including designing creative themes please contact our events team and our Executive Chef will create the perfect menu for your event. Event Enhancements Upgrade your drinks reception to Manchester mulled wine approx. 2.00 per person Bucket of beer approx. 35 per table (based on 10 people) Drinks packages from 10 per person Bespoke cocktail menu from 5 per glass Canapés approx. 8.95 per person Cheese course approx. 5.75 per person Late night supper/midnight snack from 4.00 per person Chocolate /Champagne fountains from 500 per fountain Additional entertainment from 500 per act Upgrade your chairs from 4.50 per chair Table decorations from 40 per table Winter Wonderland digital package 1000 Bespoke digital package 1500 Gas flambeaus at entrance 350 Christmas at IWM North 7
Menus Example seated 4-course Christmas menu Marinated olives, slow roasted tomatoes and spicy broad beans. Warm spinach and parmesan tart, served with pear, stilton and walnut salad. Option 1: Hand carved roast Turkey with pork, leek and chestnut stuffing, spiced cranberry sauce, pigs in blankets, served with roasted potatoes and root vegetable, nutmeg buttered sprouts and roast gravy. Option 2: Roast sirloin of British beef with oxtail gravy served with roast potatoes, bubble and squeak and fine beans with bacon and red onion ( 5.00 pp supplement). Vegetarian option: Vegetable strudel with Ratatouille sauce, pine nuts and basil dressing. A trio of desserts mini mince pies with calvados cream, warm chocolate brownie and winter Pimms jelly. Fair-trade coffee and cranberry & white chocolate fudge. Christmas at IWM North 8
Menus Christmas Lunch in our WaterShard Testimonials Example 4-course fork buffet menu On the table a selection of rustic breads, marinated olives, slow roasted tomatoes, oils and spicy broad beans Braised beef and spitfire ale stew Lentil de puy cassoulet with portabella mushrooms (v) Local Olde English sausage with Marmite and port chutney Selection of roasted and sweet parmentier potatoes Tomato, red onion and pepper salad Braised fragrant rice Chocolate and raspberry torte Lancashire cheese scone served with Duerrs Manchester marmalade Homemade treacle tart with clotted cream Fair-trade coffee and cranberry & white chocolate fudge With stunning views overlooking The Quays and MediaCityUK, the new home of BBC and ITV, the WaterShard Restaurant is the perfect destination for your Christmas lunch this year. Menu including a glass of wine and novelties 21.95 + VAT per person Caramelised onion soup with stilton and port croutons Roast turkey with pork, leek and chestnuts stuffing served with fondant potatoes, root vegetables, spouts and nutmeg butter Wild mushroom and pine nut pithivier with watercress butter sauce (v) Christmas plum pudding with rum sauce and brandy butter Coffee and mini mince pies The whole event was handled perfectly. The best Christmas Party we have had. Many Thanks Rebecca Mulheir, Irwin Mitchell Solicitors The feedback has been fantastic. I don t think anyone could have done a better job, outstanding. MD, Late Rooms Last night was brilliant! The feedback from the business has been amazing so I wanted to pass on my thanks to you all for making it such a fantastic night. The creative lighting and digital animation, the snow globe, the karaoke, the chocolate fountain, the food, the drink, the DJ and the museum space itself have all been incredibly well received. If you could pass on my thank you to all the food and beverage staff, security and your team for a job well done. Merry Xmas and thanks again European Travel Manager, Kellogg s Christmas at IWM North 9
Contact information If you would like more information, to arrange a site visit or to discuss a booking, please call our dedicated team. Liam Potter Sales Manager lpotter@iwm.org.uk Direct Dial 0161 836 4042 Katie Darroch Sales Co-ordinator kdarroch@iwm.org.uk Direct Dial 0161 836 4032 IWM North The Quays Trafford Wharf Road Manchester M17 1TZ Telephone: + 44 161 836 4000 E-mail conferencesnorth@iwm.org.uk Support us Income generated from venue hire helps us deliver our learning programmes, displays and exhibitions. If you would be interested in enhancing your support by becoming a sponsor of IWM North please contact Liam Potter on 0161 836 4042 or e-mail lpotter@iwm.org.uk Christmas at IWM North 10