Exhibitor terms & CONDITIONS

Please read the below Terms & Conditions carefully.

You will be asked to confirm that you have read, understood and agreed to these Terms & Conditions by registering your details below.

Event Date: Thursday 1st October 2026
Venue: The Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley St, Manchester, M2 3WS
Website: www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk
Exhibition Space: Circle (Level 3 – Second Floor)

1. Exhibition Stand & Facilities

Each exhibitor is allocated:

  • a 6×2 foot table within a 2x2m space with access to power supply if required
  • Two chairs
  • A tablecloth
  • One 13-amp socket
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • No shell scheme or stand walls provided
  • Stands must remain within allocated footprint
  • Maximum two representatives per stand
  • Exhibitors must supply their own PAT-tested extension leads if required

2. Access, Set-Up, and Breakdown

  • Access to Circle (Exhibition Room):
    • Located on the second floor (L3)
    • Access via lift or stairs
    • All exhibitors and contractors enter through the main entrance, then proceed upstairs
  • Doorway to Exhibition Room:
    • Max height: 2250mm
    • Max width: 1800mm
  • Lift dimensions:
    • Height: 2400mm
    • Width: 1100mm
    • Depth: 1650mm
    • Max weight capacity: 1250kg
  • Set-Up:
    • Morning of Thursday 1st October 2026
    • Stands must be fully installed and ready by 08:30
  • Breakdown:
    • Same day — all items must be dismantled, packed, and ready for collection by 17:00

Note: There is no early access or setup on the previous day unless arranged specifically in advance.

3. Delivery & Collection

Deliveries may only be made on Wednesday 30th September 2026
All deliveries must be clearly labelled and addressed to:

The Bridgewater Hall
Lower Mosley Street
Manchester M2 3WS
Ref: MASS Conference, Circle, 1 October 2026

  • Label all packages clearly:
    • Company name
    • Total number of items (e.g., 1 of 3, 2 of 3)
    • Use the official delivery label template provided
  • Post-event collections:
    • Must take place on the day of the event
    • Items must be fully packed and labelled with:
      • Courier name
      • Collection time estimate
      • Destination name and address
    • A Courier Collection Form must be completed and left with your goods at your stand

MASS and the venue accept no liability for missing, delayed, or uncollected items

4. Exhibitor Responsibilities

  • Provide the names of your two stand representatives by Friday 5th September 2026
  • Exhibitors must:
    • Stay within allocated stand area
    • Bring and install their own equipment
    • Ensure no damage to venue floors, walls, or surfaces
    • Remove all packaging and waste by the end of the day
    • Secure valuables during breaks and when stands are unattended
  • No items may be fixed to walls or floors. Any repair costs will be charged to the exhibitor

5. Waste, Cleaning & Sustainability

  • There is no storage for packaging at the venue
  • Exhibitors must:
    • Remove or recycle their own waste
    • Flatten boxes and use the venue’s recycling bins
    • Leave no items, debris, or packaging behind
  • Charges will apply for waste left on-site

6. Parking & Unloading

  • For unloading, use the lay-by on Lower Mosley Street near the main entrance
  • Nearest parking options:
    • NCP Manchester Central (directly opposite the venue, postcode: M2 3GX)
    • Q-Park, NCP Great Northern, NCP Oxford Street also nearby

Access to NCP Manchester Central is via lift/ramp from Barbirolli Square and underpass

7. Electrical Safety & Venue Rules

  • PAT-tested extension leads are permitted
  • Trailing cables must be taped securely and not cross aisles
  • Venue may disconnect any unsafe or disruptive electrical equipment
  • All stand construction materials must be non-flammable or flame-retardant
  • Prohibited items:
    • Helium balloons
    • External cleaning sprays or chemicals
    • Alcoholic drinks served at stands
  • Cleaning wipes are allowed; venue cleaning spray available on request

8. Security, Conduct & Insurance

  • Venue security monitors the area and locks it overnight
  • Exhibitors are responsible for the security of their own goods
  • Bag searches may be conducted upon entry
  • Any inappropriate behaviour may result in action from MASS or venue security
  • Exhibitors should ensure they carry suitable insurance for personnel and exhibits

9. Cancellations

  • Must be made in writing
  • Refunds only issued if the space is re-sold
  • A £50 administration fee will be deducted from any refund

Please register your details below, to confirm you have read, understood and accepted the Terms and Conditions for Exhibition at the MASS Conference 2026.

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