MANCHESTER CENTRAL

Windmill St, Manchester M2 3GX

Manchester Central is an award-winning venue in the heart of the city. Its vaulted arches and station clock have been an iconic city feature for more than 140 years. 

Find out more about Manchester Central, including its sustainability goals on their website here. 

Read on for details on how to get to Manchester Central, where to stay, and venue accessibility.

BY PLANE

The nearest airport is Manchester Airport.

Manchester Airport is a major international hub just nine miles (14.5km) from the city centre. 

From the airport, the city is approximately 25 minutes away by taxi or just 20 minutes via the half-hourly express rail service (tickets £3.00-£4.00).

BY TRAIN / LOCAL TRANSPORT

Train services arrive at Manchester Piccadilly or Manchester Victoria stations where passengers can connect with Metrolink trams for easy access to the city centre.

Manchester Central is a 20 minute walk from Piccadilly Station or just five minutes by taxi.

Alternatively, catch a connecting train to Oxford Road Station - just five minutes from Manchester Central on foot.

BY CAR

Manchester's M60 orbital motorway provides easy access from north, south, east and west.

If using a satellite navigation system - please follow the postcode M2 3GX.

There is an NCP (National Car Park) directly below Manchester Central that is open 24hrs a day all year round.

Book your parking here.

It is recommended that you do not book any travel or accommodation until your application to attend has been approved.

We have secured preferential rates for accommodation around Manchester for CYBERUK delegates. Once your CYBERUK attendance is confirmed, you will receive access to the Delegate Portal, which includes links to event accommodation, recommendations and special rates.

Whether you're staying in the heart of the city, or travelling further afield, Manchester  have an endless selection of luxury, family-friendly, spa, boutique, and budget hotels.

The Portal will provide you with our recommendations but if you would like to explore alternatives, go to the Marketing Manchester website to help plan your stay.

Both the NCSC and Manchester Central are committed to creating events that are inclusive and accessible to all.

It's important to us that everyone attending CYBERUK has the best possible experience. 

Therefore, if you have any queries about accessibility, or special requests, please contact us.

WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:

Most of Manchester Central's exhibition space is on the ground floor / street level. Events on the first floor can be accessed via their lifts.

ASSISTANCE DOGS:

Assistance dogs are welcome at Manchester Central; however please be aware that at times, the event may get noisy.

HEARING IMPAIRMENTS:

There are Induction Loop facilities in Central and Charter Foyers as well as Exchange Auditorium. 

TOILETS:

There are accessible toilets in each of the main event spaces across the venue. Manchester Central also have a Changing Places Toilet which can be accessed via Central Foyer. 

DISABLED PARKING:

There is parking beneath the venue (provided by the NCP) including 15 disabled spaces on the Upper Level of the Car Park, with lift access to the venue. 

Blue badge parking is also available near the venue on Mount Street.

For more information on blue badge parking, public transport guides and more, click here.