Networking and drinks

A Networking Venue in Manchester's Northern Quarter

Host networking drinks in a bright café with a full on and off licence and room to talk. Seats 40 inside, with outside seating too.

Bring your own caterer, or ask us about desserts, tea and coffee. Our team can look after the evening.

The café closes to the public for your event, so your guests have the room to themselves.

What you get

  • Full on and off licence
  • Seats 40 inside and 40 outside
  • Desserts, tea and coffee, or bring your own caterer
  • Exclusive hire, closed to the public
  • Trained staff and an event manager if you want them
  • Hire from one hour to a full week
Ask about pricing

What makes BLACK MILK unique

Perfect Location

88 Oldham St, Manchester, M4 1LF

Perfect Location

High footfall location at the heart of Manchester's trendiest area.

Friendly Team

Friendly Team

Well-trained staff and an event manager available for your event.

Large Social Following

Large Social Following

and email data base to amplify your marketing

Well Known Destination

Well Known Destination

Along side our popular cafe, we have hosted some of the worlds biggest brands

Event Details

  • Layout

    Seats 40 inside and 40 outside, or standing for up to 60 inside. Seating is movable, so you can open the room up for mingling.

  • Drinks

    We hold a full on and off licence. Drinks are served until 12:30am, and events can run until 1am.

  • Outside Space

    Licensed pavement area at the front and side of the café, 11am to 11pm daily. Guests must be seated, and glassware is not allowed outside.

  • Food

    Bring your own caterer, or ask us about desserts, tea and coffee.

  • Staff

    Trained café staff and an event manager on site, if you want them.

  • Getting Here

    88 Oldham Street, Northern Quarter, M4 1LF. Piccadilly and Victoria stations ten minutes on foot.

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Venue Hire

Talk to us about your event

Tell us what you have in mind and we will get back to you with availability and a price.

Send an enquiry

Networking FAQs

How many guests can we have?

40 seated inside and 40 seated outside, or standing for up to 60 inside.

Can we serve drinks?

Yes. We hold a full on and off licence. Drinks are served until 12:30am.

Can guests drink outside?

Outside seating is available until 11pm daily. Guests must be seated, and glassware is not allowed outside.

Is the hire exclusive?

Yes. The café closes to the public for your event.

Can we bring our own caterer?

Yes, or we can supply desserts, tea and coffee.

How much does it cost?

Every event is different, so we quote per booking. Tell us the date, the number of guests and whether you want our team, and we will come back with availability and a price.