Events guide

This handbook is intended as a supporting tool to provide committee members with information about things needed to put on a successful large scale event, including key timescales for booking an event in The Union's Main Hall.

Events booking form

Looking to hold a large scale event? Get started by filling in the details on this form and we’ll get back to you to arrange a meeting to discuss costs and logistics.

Trip form

Fill this in if you're going on a significant trip that might include one (or more) of these things: an over night stay, is abroad, more than 20 people or a high-risk activity.

Societies logo

Use this for the image on your event listings.

Sports logo

Use this for the image on your event listings.

Events risk assessment

Please complete a risk assessment for all society and group events using this template.

Events budget document

Use this budget document to detail the costings for your event.

Events running order

Use this template to detail your event running order.

External speaker submission form

You need to submit your external speakers no less than 21 days before your event. An external speaker is anyone speaking at your event who is not a current Manchester Met student or member of staff.

University Freedom of Speech info

If you're planning an event that involves external speakers or participants, or are organising a protest, then you need to make sure that you follow the University's Code of Practice on Freedom of Speech.

Catering at events guidance

This guidance aims to set out how we can help you to make sure all provision of food at events is safe and compliant with legislation.

Bake sale guidance

Anyone baking and selling cakes and snacks must comply with the guidelines.