What’s on at the Monastery? Alongside our regular open days, we also run an exciting programme of events, activities, talks, concerts and performances. Use the search bar below to discover what's on and what's coming soon at The Monastery.
The Monastery aims to be open Sunday to Friday between 10am-4pm with free entry and parking. Visitors are most welcome to call in during these hours and visit the site but we cannot guarantee that the Nave will always be available. Our Cafe has relocated to the Welcome Wing and is open from 10am-4pm (Sunday-Friday). Please note, the Welcome Wing Cafe will be closed on Monday 5th and Fridays 2nd, 9th, 23rd and 30th August, but the Victorian Pantry will be open instead.
Special Heritage & Visitor Open Days are held all year round on every Sunday, Monday and Tuesday when the Great Nave, Film Room & Shop are open between 11am and 4pm. Tours and talks, and afternoon teas in our Victorian Pantry, can also be pre-booked on these days.
A regular programme of community, health, well-being and family activities is also available for everyone to enjoy. Our affordable Community Rooms can be pre-booked for use 7 days of the week between 9am and 5.30pm.
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September 2019
The Land of Smiles-Healthy Kids Fundraising Ball
Drinks reception 7pm followed by dinner and dancing Carriages 1am Tickets £65 each or £600 for a table of 10 Ticket price includes: Drinks reception on arrival, dinner, live band “The Funky Monks” and disco For more information and tickets please contact: Dawn Lee dawn.lee@nhsbt.nhs.uk and Jane Monks jane.monks@nhsbt.nhs.uk
September 21 2019
7:00 PM—1:00 AM /
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Sunday Taste of The Monastery Tour & Lunch
Try a Taste of The Monastery for only £9.50pp, including a short walking tour of the former Church, Friary and Garden, plus a tasty lunch in the Victorian Pantry. We recommend booking in advance to guarantee your place, though you can just turn up on the day. Please pre-book if...
September 22 2019
12:00 PM—1:00 PM /
£9.50
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Purls of Wisdom
Bring your knitting, crochet or craft project along and join like-minded people for an afternoon of craft and natter. Purls of Wisdom will take place every 4th Tuesday of the month from 1-3pm, and is free to attend. Whether you want to drop-in for a knit and a natter, for...
September 24 2019
1:00 PM—3:00 PM /
Free
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Our Kids Social Presents Happy Sundaze
Back at the iconic Manchester Monastery, Happy Sundaze is the ONLY way for your family to end the summer! OKS have such a jam-packed line up that we are sure there will be something for all ages to enjoy. There will be lots of different activities for the whole family...
September 29 2019
2:00 PM—4:00 PM /
from £7.25
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October 2019
Health & Wellbeing Day
Free healing, massage, meditation and walking the labyrinth. Other activities on these days include inspirational speakers, music, dance and healing workshops. Entry charge £5 per person. All Gorton Community Card Members and Under 16's are eligible for free entry. This includes the option to participate in any of the free...
October 06 2019
11:00 AM—4:00 PM /
£5
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Music at The Monastery
Following a successful event in 2018, The Monastery is pleased to once again present 'Music at The Monastery', a free day of music and performance that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired! Join us at The Monastery on Sunday October 13th for a musical feast as we are joined...
October 13 2019
11:00 AM—4:00 PM /
FREE
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County Brides Wedding Fayre
Bring your partner, friends or family along and meet over 40 local wedding suppliers at the beautiful Monastery Manchester on Sunday 20th October! More information coming soon! We hope to see you there!
October 20 2019
12:00 PM—4:00 PM /
FREE
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Purls of Wisdom
Bring your knitting, crochet or craft project along and join like-minded people for an afternoon of craft and natter. Purls of Wisdom will take place every 4th Tuesday of the month from 1-3pm, and is free to attend. Whether you want to drop-in for a knit and a natter, for...
October 22 2019
1:00 PM—3:00 PM /
Free
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Sunday Taste of The Monastery Tour & Lunch
Try a Taste of The Monastery for only £9.50pp, including a short walking tour of the former Church, Friary and Garden, plus a tasty lunch in the Victorian Pantry. We recommend booking in advance to guarantee your place, though you can just turn up on the day. Please pre-book if...
October 27 2019
12:00 PM—1:00 PM /
£9.50
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November 2019
Gorton Monastery Make It Artisan Market by Little Owl Events
Gorton Monastery Make It Artisan Market by Little Owl Events Bringing together some of the best Crafters, Handmakers and Artists in the Greater Manchester, Saddleworth and Cheshire areas at our Make It Artisan Markets, all of which are held at top class venues. Little Owl Events' Make it Artisan Markets...
November 17 2019
11:00 AM—3:00 PM /
FREE
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Please keep checking this page as we are updating frequently with details of new events.