Funky Venues

Venue Review

Character: Inspiring industrial galleries rooted in history.

Funky Features: In the heart of Liverpool’s old port area, pebbled courtyard, roof terrace boasting fantastic views, AV equipment, heritage building, furnace, industrial winches, exceptional natural light, original brickwork, and wood clad walls, Wifi.

Location and History

Located in the heart of Liverpool’s old port area and moments from the River Mersey, Greenland Street is a 15minute walk from the city centre and train stations and well serviced by various bus routes that stop nearby. There is ample street parking for cars and coaches. Directions and a map of how to reach Greenland Street can be provided for your guests.

In Autumn 2006, A Foundation launched Greenland Street – three former industrial buildings that have been transformed into inspiring and challenging gallery spaces while retaining their historic character and industrial heritage.

Interior and Spaces for Hire

Greenland Street comprises three-core buildings; The Coach Shed, The Furnace and The Blade Factory.

Reception: The spacious reception area acts as a hub for the building and contains a licensed Café/Bar where they serve hot and cold drinks, delicious cakes and sandwiches, wine and beer. Wireless internet access is also available. The reception is a flexible space, which can be used as a registration area, breakout space or for informal talks, networking events, lunches or dinners. Adjacent is a small, pebbled courtyard.

The Coach Shed: Until recently this warehouse was used as a garage for coaches, which gives some idea of its size. It now offers a large versatile space with wood clad walls and a concrete floor. The space contains two mezzanine floors as well as a small green room. Wireless internet access is available. This is highly adaptable space, which can be used for a multitude of events.

The Furnace: This large ground floor space used to be where metal was melted for the blade factory next door. It still contains the furnace and industrial winches from its past life as well as the manager’s office. This is a truly unique industrial space of natural light and original brickwork.

The Blade Factory: The Blade Factory offers a series of open plan spaces on the ground floor and first floor as well as a roof terrace with fantastic views of the river and cathedrals. These more intimate spaces are ideal for events requiring different areas.

Licensing: Greenland Street is licensed for the sale and consumption of alcohol from 12pm-2am. They also have a license for live and recorded music.

Equipment: Greenland Street has a number of chairs and basic audio-visual equipment for hire. Their team of staff will be happy to work with you to source the necessary equipment that you need for your event, using our extensive contacts.

Catering: The café and bar can be open during your event to serve hot and cold drinks, alcohol, cakes and sandwiches. They can recommend caterers and are happy to work with any catering company to provide them with the space and access they need during your event.

Staff: Greenland Street will work with you to ensure that the appropriate number of event staff is on hand to look after your guests and ensure a safe and smooth running event.

Access: Greenland Street is fully accessible with the exception of the first floor and roof of the Blade Factory. Disabled amenities are available. Each building has a loading bay for deliveries.