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MEET THE VENUE

Manchester Central Convention Complex

Manchester Central Convention Complex

Venue We Love

Up To 10,000 Guests

@

Manchester

England

United Kingdom

Manchester Central Convention Complex event venue
Manchester Central Convention Complex logo

MEET THE VENUE

Manchester Central Convention Complex

Venue We Love

Up To 10,000 Guests

@

Manchester

England

United Kingdom

Overview

The Gist

Manchester Central Convention Complex

Manchester Central Convention Complex

Overview

Overview

Manchester Central Convention Complex combines an 804-seat auditorium with large-scale exhibition halls under a Victorian glass roof. Lexa’s approach would suit its dual conference and exhibition role.

Windmill Street, Manchester, M2 3GX

Windmill Street, Manchester, M2 3GX

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INTRODUCTION

About

About

Manchester Central Convention Complex

Manchester Central Convention Complex

Formerly known as GMEX, Manchester Central Convention Complex occupies the former Manchester Central railway station and combines eleven distinct spaces, including an 804 seat auditorium, with large-scale exhibition halls beneath the building’s Grade II* listed arched roof. The complex hosts everything from international trade shows and conferences to large-scale banqueting events, all within the same converted Victorian structure.

A venue split between a formal auditorium and vast open exhibition space needs production that moves comfortably between the two. Lexa’s approach at Manchester Central Convention Complex would treat the auditorium’s fixed seating and the exhibition halls’ open floor as connected settings, building sound, lighting and staging that work across both.

What We Deliver

Production Services

Production Services

@ Manchester Central Convention Complex

@ Manchester Central Convention Complex

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With events moving between the 804 seat auditorium and the open exhibition halls, Lexa’s approach to sound would need to adapt between a fixed seating format and a genuinely open floor.

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Sound for Auditorium and Exhibition Spaces

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Presentation technology across the complex would need to suit both formal auditorium presentations and large-scale exhibition stands, and Lexa’s approach would design content accordingly.

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Screens for Exhibitions and Conferences

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Working beneath the building’s original glass roof, lighting design would need to respect the structure’s heritage while still delivering the states large conferences and exhibitions require.

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Lighting Design for a Converted Station

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Staging built for the complex’s eleven spaces would need genuine range, suited to large-scale banqueting events as much as exhibition-standard trade shows.

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Staging for Banqueting and Exhibitions

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For conferences and exhibitions reaching audiences beyond Manchester, Lexa’s hybrid streaming approach would connect the complex’s events to a wider audience.

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Hybrid and Live Streaming Capability

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Coordinating production across eleven distinct spaces within one converted station calls for careful sequencing, which is exactly what Lexa’s production management approach would provide.

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Production Management Across Eleven Spaces

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Why Work With Lexa At Manchester Central Convention Complex?

CORPORATE EVENT SPECIALISTS

Unlike many production companies, our focus is firmly on corporate events. This gives us a deep understanding of the expectations, challenges and requirements associated with business-critical conferences.

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Why Work With Lexa At Manchester Central Convention Complex?

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Our experienced team combines technical knowledge with practical event experience, ensuring every element of the production supports the wider event objectives.

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Why Work With Lexa At Manchester Central Convention Complex?

CREATIVE EVENT DESIGN

Through thoughtful event design, stage concepts and technical planning, we help transform ideas into engaging conference experiences.

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Why Work With Lexa At Manchester Central Convention Complex?

VENUE KNOWLEDGE

Having worked across leading venues throughout the UK, we understand how to maximise the potential of each space while avoiding common technical and logistical challenges.

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Why Work With Lexa At Manchester Central Convention Complex?

RELIABLE DELIVERY

Conferences often involve senior stakeholders, keynote speakers and significant investment. Our planning, preparation and attention to detail help ensure events run smoothly from beginning to end.

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Client TestimonialS

Successful events are built on strong partnerships. Hear directly from the clients we've worked with, on the collaborative approach, technical expertise and attention to detail behind every one.

Word on the Street

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Client TestimonialS

Successful events are built on strong partnerships. Hear directly from the clients we've worked with, on the collaborative approach, technical expertise and attention to detail behind every one.

Word on the Street

Say What?

Client TestimonialS

Successful events are built on strong partnerships. Hear directly from the clients we've worked with, on the collaborative approach, technical expertise and attention to detail behind every one.

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How much does event production cost?

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How much does event production cost?

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How far in advance should we book?

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Do you supply the venue, or do we need our own?

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Do you supply the venue, or do we need our own?

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What makes Lexa different from other AV or production companies?

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What makes Lexa different from other AV or production companies?

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What happens after I make an enquiry?

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What happens after I make an enquiry?