FAQS
EVENT INFORMATION

Manchester Central is in the centre of the UK and easy to reach via Manchester’s extensive multi-modal transport network.

Head to the Exchange Foyer Entrance, which is located on street level, to the right of the forecourt.

If you are using the NCP carpark below the venue, using the escalators will bring you out into the triangular courtyard, cross the courtyard and take the steps or the ramp to take you down to the forecourt.

Once you enter the automatic doors, you will be greeted by a member of our team carrying out bag searches and then you can access the event spaces via the escalators or lift.

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Tuesday 4^th June: 9.30am to 17.30pm

Wednesday 5^th June: 9.30am to 16.30pm

Karren Brady’s Women in Business & Tech Expo at Manchester Central, welcomes speakers, visitors and exhibitors from anywhere in the world. Please, click here to plan your journey by: Road, Rail or Air.

There is an NCP (National Car Park) directly below Manchester Central that is open 24 hours a day. It has 720 spaces including 18 disabled parking bays and there is direct access to Manchester Central by lift, stairs, and escalators.

For more information and prices contact NCP:

Tel: +44 (0) 161 817 8900

Web: www.ncp.co.uk

If using a satellite navigation system – please follow the postcode M2 3GX. More detailed directions are available in your delegate/exhibitor introduction pack.

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There are bike stands on the main forecourt. The stands are for push-bikes only, not motorcycles.

Yes, there are all type of attractions in Manchester. You can find out more if you call in to Manchester Visitor Information  Centre on Piccadilly Plaza or take a look at www.visitmanchester.com for ideas on what to see and do.

The prayer room can be accessed in the Exchange Lower Foyer.

Manchester Central offers free WiFi to all our visitors.

Yes, there is a cloakroom located in the Exchange Foyer

Every visitor attending Women in Business and Tech Expo at Manchester Central may have their bags searched.

We recommend keeping bags and possessions to a minimum, to minimise the time it takes to search and gain access to the event. We suggest allowing some extra time for security checks.

There’s so many restaurants and bars in Manchester and always something brand new hitting the scene! To see more of what the city has to offer, take a look at the full list provided by Manchester Confidential.

There is an ATM/cash machine in the Central Foyer. Alternatively, the closest banking facilities are: Royal Bank of Scotland and Barclays, both situated on Mosley Street.

There is an Event Safety Team on-site during the event as well as during build and breakdown.

Manchester Central keeps lost property for two months. After this time, it is given to charity. If you have lost something at Manchester Central, call 0161 834 2700.

Manchester Central has a dedicated loading bay at the side of the venue on Watson Street. All standard deliveries arrive here. Exhibitors can contact the Women in Business and Tech operations team (jessica@ellimanevents.co.uk) if they have a specific delivery for the event.

Women in Business and Tech Expo Manchester is on the ground floor/street and can be accessed via the main entrance.

All our entrances are fully ramped and accessible. Once inside, events on the first floor can be accessed via stairs or lifts. There is plenty of space in the Exchange Auditorium for wheelchairs.

Wheelchairs can be hired for use within the venue. To enquire about bookings and availability, contact the First Aid department on +44 (0) 161 834 2700 ext 211 or contact firstaid@machestercentral.co.uk

If you have any questions, please contact: accessibility@manchestercentral.co.uk  

The venue’s Exchange Foyer Entrance is accessible, sensor-activated and feature Paxton Intercoms for assistance from the Control Room if required.

For live events, onsite signage will direct you to the relevant entrance.

Find out more:
Exchange Foyer Entrance

Only Assistance dogs are welcome at the venue.