The Whitworth

About this venue

The Whitworth is an art gallery and event space on Oxford Road housing an internationally significant collection of over 60,000 works including paintings, textiles, wallpapers and decorative arts.

The venue accommodates up to 300 people and offers exhibition spaces suitable for cultural events, artist talks, workshops and panel discussions.

The gallery provides a café serving seasonal local produce and hosts a range of programming from exhibition tours and hands-on creative workshops to book launches and special events. Entry to the gallery itself is free and open to all visitors.

The venue is located in central Manchester on Oxford Road, within the university quarter, making it accessible for business events, conferences and private gatherings alongside its public exhibition programme.

Common questions

What is The Whitworth?

The Whitworth is a 300-capacity art gallery and event space on Oxford Road, Manchester, housing 60,000 works of art, textiles and wallpapers. It offers exhibition areas, a café and hosts talks, workshops and cultural events, with free gallery admission.

Where is The Whitworth?

The Whitworth is at Oxford Road, Manchester, M15 6ER.

How many people can The Whitworth hold?

The Whitworth can hold up to 300 people.

What type of venue is The Whitworth?

The Whitworth is an art gallery & event space.

How do I book The Whitworth?

You can book The Whitworth online at https://www.whitworth.manchester.ac.uk.