Blackfriars House
Take your business to a whole new level at Blackfriars House - more than just a workspace.
Manchester city centre
Office space, coworking, meeting rooms, podcast studio and storage space
Free access to Spark, Bruntwood Works’ business support programme
1920’s themed library and podcast studio, a tribute to the building’s cultural heritage
A Bruntwood Works Pioneer building
High-spec auditorium
25% off all meeting rooms at any Bruntwood Works venue
Amazing central location
Free community events programme (from networking events to creative and digital talks)
Access to facilities at all Bruntwood buildings
A workspace with no boundaries
Blackfriars is community-minded from top to bottom, which is the key to inspiring new ideas and forging strong relationships. That’s why we’ve developed an environment that offers boundless opportunities for collaboration.
The event space is a constant hive of activity, offering numerous talks, workshops and occasions for our digital and creative community to meet and learn. For times when you simply want to relax and socialise, our communal lounge and independent coffee shop offer the perfect space to enjoy time away from your desk, connect with other like-minded businesses and refuel your creativity.
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Blackfriars House
A Bruntwood Works Pioneer
Space to innovate the everyday. Our Pioneer buildings offer the best of all features from our portfolio, including meeting rooms, coworking, unique events and community spaces.
Discover what makes a PioneerSpaces at Blackfriars House
Office space
1 - 100 people (164 sq ft - 8,203 sq ft)
Whether you’re a start-up looking for a short-term option or an established business wanting us to design and manage your office, we'll help you find your ideal space at Blackfriars House.
Serviced offices
For maximum flexibility, with a simple pay-by-desk rate and minimum six month tenancy
Leased offices
For companies of any size, with the flexibility to design and manage your space yourself
Made & Managed
For the full leased package plus design, furniture, and management taken care of by us
All Inclusive
A new product that combines rent, service charge, insurance and electricity into a single cost which remains fixed throughout your full term, with no hidden fees
Meeting rooms
1 - 12 people
Available from 30 minutes upwards, our meeting rooms at Blackfriars House can accommodate up to 12 people. AV equipment and refreshments are always provided.
Cost per hour: From £35
Cost per full day From £175 - £350
Coworking
1 - 2 people
Ideal for freelancers, start-ups and mobile workers, our coworking spaces at Blackfriars House are perfectly designed and segmented for comfort, concentration and collaboration.
Membership: £95 per month
Enjoy use of our lounge coworking space for 3 days a week
Shared desk: £195 per month
Flexible use of a shared desk within our coworking space for 3 days a week
Dedicated desk: £295 per month
Your own personal desk in our coworking space full time with 24/7 access
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Facilities and amenities
As well as flexible offices, meeting rooms and coworking spaces, Blackfriars House offers a wealth of unique features and facilities to benefit your business.
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On-site independent coffee shop, Bean
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1920s themed podcast room
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Auditorium
![Comfortable seating in the ground floor lounge]()
Comfortable seating in the ground floor lounge
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Coworking lounge
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Coworking studio
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Fireside coworking
![Lift lobby]()
Lift lobby
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Service space communal kitchen
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Serviced office
24-hour building access
On-site customer services
Bike storage
Showers and changing facilities
On-site independent cafe
Our location
Manchester city centre
Blackfriars is unique in its proximity to the River Irwell, of which you can enjoy a panoramic view. Located in the Parsonage Gardens Conservation Zone, Blackfriars is surrounded by the nature of the Cathedral Gardens, historical Edwardian architecture and an upmarket, urban metropolis. With bustling Deansgate and Spinningfields nearby, there’s plenty of great bars and restaurants where you can grab a lunchtime bite, take new clients, or book for a post-work social with your team.
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Contact us to find out how we can support your business, whether you want to talk to us about your business goals or book a tour.