Friday, 9 October 2026 · 18:30
Where to park for Professor Brian Cox: Emergence World Tour at Co-op Live
Professor Brian Cox takes place at Co-op Live. Compare mapped parking around Co-op Live and check recent driver-reported availability in Parkwise before travelling.
Three mapped options for Professor Brian Cox
Parkwise locations with walking times from Co-op Live. Tap a numbered pin or list card for details.
157 locations mappedCo-op Live Official Vertu Parking
Official venue parkingCar Park · Ancoats & Beswick
- Type
- Car Park
- Price
- Paid · £25 standard · £35 express · pre-book only
- Max stay
- Not confirmed yet
- Hours
- Event days only — opens before doors
- Operator
- Vertu / Co-op Live
- Distance
- 399 m from the venue
- Address
- Co-op Live, Etihad Campus, Manchester M11 3FF
Good to know
- • The arena's official car park, right next to Co-op Live off Alan Turing Way. Pre-book online through Co-op Live's Ticketmaster parking page — spaces are released up to 4 weeks before each show and go first-come, first-served, with no on-the-day sales. Blue Badge holders park free in the nearby orange and blue car parks
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Why these work for Professor Brian Cox
1 · Official venue parking
Co-op Live Official Vertu Parking. The official venue option, around a five-minute walk from the doors. The published rate is £25 standard · £35 express · pre-book only. Confirm the latest details with Vertu / Co-op Live before travelling. Hours: Event days only — opens before doors. Pre-book may apply — confirm with the operator before you travel.
2 · Park once in Ancoats
Ancoats Mobility Hub. A park-once option nearby, around a 24-minute walk to the venue. The published rate is £3.00/hr · £17.50/day. Confirm the latest details with Manchester City Council before travelling. Hours: Mon–Sun 6am–11pm. Max stay: Until close.
3 · 7-minute walk
Connell Co-op College Event Parking. An alternative car park, around a seven-minute walk to the venue. Paid parking — check the operator for current rates. Confirm the latest details with Connell Co-op College before travelling.
Around Co-op Live
Hotels, food and things to do around Co-op Live.
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Ancoats neighbourhood
Walkable district with independent cafés, restaurants, bars and galleries. Useful for arriving early, grabbing a bite, and heading into the arena on foot.
Etihad Stadium
Manchester City's home stadium, a short drive away. If you know parking around the Etihad, some of the same operator lots serve both venues — confirm access for your event date.
Manchester city centre
The main shopping and dining district is about a mile south-west. Some drivers park further out and take a taxi or walk when local parking is tight.
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Parking tips for Professor Brian Cox
Book Co-op Live Official Vertu Parking in advance if that's your first choice — it requires pre-booking.
Give yourself time to park and walk in before the 18:30 event start.
Ancoats has independent cafés and local shops if you'd like to arrive early and settle in beforehand.
Check the Parkwise app before you travel to see what driver-reported availability looks like in the area.
Have your parking operator's contact details to hand in case you need to reach them on the day.
Check the latest reports before you leave
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Professor Brian Cox parking questions
What is the closest parking to Co-op Live?
Co-op Live Official Vertu Parking is the closest option at a 5-minute walk from the venue. It is pre-book only, so you'll need to arrange your space beforehand.
Can I check parking availability before I travel?
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before you set off. This will help you see what other drivers have found in the area recently and plan your arrival accordingly.
Are there other car parks nearby if the official one is full?
Yes. Ancoats Mobility Hub is a 24-minute walk away and offers paid parking. Connell Co-op College Event Parking is also available about 7 minutes on foot. The Parkwise app shows additional street and car park options across the area.
What time does the event start?
The event starts at 18:30. Give yourself time to park and walk to the venue before the start, especially if you choose a car park a little further away.
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