Freight Island

Freight Island, a food, drink and entertainment space at Depot Mayfield

Freight Island is a cultural and entertainment space located in the heart of Depot Mayfield, behind Manchester Piccadilly station and surrounded by historic industrial architecture. It presents itself as a multi-vendor venue, with several food stalls and a programme that combines food, drink, music and live sport.

The venue operates with table reservations and ticket sales for its events, and offers the option of private hire. Its programme includes events such as Oktoberfest and Christmas-related activities.

Food and drink vendors

The venue brings together several food operators, each with its own menu and booking system:

• BRASA: a project by Caroline Martins, of SAMPA, focused on modern Brazilian open-fire barbecue. Its offering includes smoked picanha, dry-aged bone-in prime ribs and house-made charcuterie, all made for sharing.
• NELL's Pizza: a leading Manchester pizzeria serving 22-inch thin and crispy pizzas, freshly made slices and ice cream sandwiches.
• Mia's Arepas: Venezuelan street food with freshly made arepas, crispy corn flour patties and a range of fillings.
• Oh My Cheesecake: a bakery specialising in cheesecakes on a stick and classic desserts with creative twists.
• FUKU: Asian fusion cuisine that blends family traditions with modern flavours; its offerings include a half-and-half combo of chips and rice.
• Burgerism: smashed patty burgers and double-fried skin-on chips.

Music, sport and entertainment

In addition to its food and drink offering, Freight Island hosts DJ sets, entertainment shows and live sport screenings. The venue describes itself as a place to gather to create new memories and explore new possibilities, with an offering that combines several dimensions in a single space.

Bookings, events and private hire

Access to tables and events is managed through reservations and ticket purchases. The website allows visitors to sign up to a mailing list to receive advance information and get early access to future bookings. Options include private hire of the space and seasonal events such as Oktoberfest and Christmas.

Location and contact

Email: info@freightisland.com