Pendulum Hotel and Manchester Conference Centre Named a Top Meeting Venue in Europe by Venue Directory
Inaugural list from Cvent-owned Venue Directory ranks top-performing regional MICE hotels and venues that prioritise planner collaboration to ensure business event success
Pendulum Hotel and Manchester Conference Centre today announced it was named the 16th Top Meeting Venue by Venue Directory. The inaugural list, released by Cvent-owned Venue Directory, provides valuable insight into event planner and third-party demand across the UK hotel and venue MICE landscape. Pendulum Hotel’s inclusion reflects its continued commitment to delivering exceptional business event experiences and exceeding planner expectations. The hotel and venue rankings are determined based on insights gleaned from the more than £456 million in confirmed MICE booking revenue sourced through Venue Directory in 2024.
Located in the heart of Manchester and just a short walk from Piccadilly Station, Pendulum Hotel and Manchester Conference Centre is a purpose-built venue offering 15 versatile meeting spaces, a 280-seat tiered lecture theatre, and high-spec AV capabilities to support a wide range of corporate events, conferences, and exhibitions. Its dedicated events team ensures prompt responses to RFPs and offers flexible solutions for planners seeking a balance of professionalism, value, and ease of access.
Named after the large pendulum clock in the venue’s public space, the hotel is known for its reliable service, strong partnerships with clients, and seamless event delivery. The venue’s city-centre location, on-site accommodation, and flexible catering options make it a top choice for event organisers across the UK and Europe.
“This recognition by Venue Directory is a tremendous achievement for the team,” said Simon Mason, General Manager at Pendulum Hotel and Manchester Conference Centre. “We are proud to be ranked among the top 20 meeting venues in Europe. Our success is rooted in our team’s deep understanding of client needs, the ability to adapt quickly, and a relentless focus on providing exceptional service and value. We’re especially grateful to our clients and agency partners who continue to place their trust in us.”
Sarah Terry, Chief Operating Officer of Countrywide Hotels, which manages Pendulum Hotel, added: “Pendulum’s inclusion in this prestigious list reflects our shared commitment to delivering great results for planners and delegates alike. This recognition showcases the strength of the venue and the outstanding work Simon and his team continue to deliver. We look forward to building on this momentum and supporting more successful events in the years ahead.”
“Being included in Venue Directory’s Top 50 Meeting Venues list is a notable recognition that showcases a venue’s ability to engage with planners and provide exceptional service standards for MICE and corporate events,” said Jason Gutteridge, Director of Sales and Operations at Venue Directory. “In today’s competitive and often unpredictable environment, it is vital for meeting venues to attract high-margin MICE business by working closely with planners and prioritising responses to RFPs. Attendee expectations are higher than ever, and event organisers, with limited resources, seek collaboration with venues that understand their client needs, offer competitive pricing, demonstrate responsiveness, and foster trusted relationships. The venues featured in our inaugural list have set high standards for collaboration and reliability. Congratulations to Pendulum Hotel and Manchester Conference Centre on achieving this remarkable recognition.”
Methodology
The Venue Directory Top 50 Meeting Venues ranking evaluated venues sourced and booked via the platform between January and December 2024. The list reflects booking activity from third-party agencies and event planners primarily based in the UK and Europe. Rankings were determined by a set of qualifying criteria including: total number of enquiries, confirmed bookings, booking value, conversion rate, response rate, and a proprietary destination score. In particular, the results highlight venues prioritising a partnership-first approach towards planners and clients, delivering the right information swiftly, with high levels of collaboration and adaptability.
About Pendulum Hotel and Manchester Conference Centre
Pendulum Hotel and Manchester Conference Centre is a leading independent hotel and event venue in central Manchester. Combining modern conference facilities with comfortable accommodation and excellent transport links, the venue is an ideal setting for business events, meetings, and overnight stays. With 117 bedrooms, a popular bar and bistro, and one of the city’s most flexible and functional conference centres, Pendulum Hotel offers a complete solution for planners and delegates alike.
