The Canal Side Room (Day)
Hosted by Bridge 5 Mill
SpacetoCo Host since March 2026Bridge 5 Mill is a sustainable and characterful Victorian silk mill located on the edge of Ancoats in Manchester, UK. Refurbished in 2001, it serves as a hub for social and environmental change, offering affordable workspaces and flexible event spaces to a diverse community of changemaker.
About this space
The Canal Side Room offers an ideal setting for workshops, training sessions, and creative brainstorming. It’s also well-suited for mid-sized conferences, meetings, or even a peaceful yoga class.
Overlooking the historic Ashton Canal—once a vital route for coal and limestone—it now provides a scenic view of colorful canal boats gliding by.
♿ Accessibility Features
✅ Wheelchair accessible — Smooth entryways and pathways for mobility devices
🚻 Accessible toilets — Equipped with support bars and a spacious layout
🟫 Ground level — No stairs required for entry
🛗 Lift to all floors — Elevator access throughout the building
📦 Cargo lift — Available for transporting equipment and supplies
Amenities
Suitable for
Location
Bridge5Mill, 22A Beswick Street, Manchester M4 7HR, United Kingdom
Opening times
Monday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Rules
🍽️ Catering and Kitchen Access
🍴 Catering is not provided by the venue
🥗 External catering is welcome
💼 No buyout fee applies for bringing your own caterer
🚫 Guests do not have access to kitchen facilities
🍷 Alcohol Policy
🍾 The venue is licensed to serve alcohol
⏰ Alcohol service permitted until 1:00 AM (extensions available)
🥂 Guests may bring their own alcohol
🎶 Music and Sound Policy
🔊 Play your own music — Personal playlists and sound systems are welcome
🎧 Bring your own DJ — External DJs are allowed for events
📣 No noise restrictions — Volume levels are flexible with no formal limit
🗂️ Event Info
🎟️ Promoted and ticketed events are welcome — Ideal for public-facing gatherings
📄 Temporary event notices can be arranged — Support available for required documentation
💍 No wedding licence held — Weddings not permitted under current venue terms
🥗 Vegetarian-only building — In line with host guidelines, all food must be vegetarian
Additional details
🚫 No accessible parking spot available
Free parking permits for nearby street parking avaliable.