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. Please be sure to check our Plan Your Visit Page for up to date information on closures of the Great Nave, and/or Cafe areas.
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).* 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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November 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...
November 03 2019
11:00 AM—4:00 PM /
£5
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Yoga for Everyone
Come and join us for a fun-filled family yoga class! Every Sunday from 12-1pm. All abilities, ages and beginners welcome. Stretch your body, relax your mind and leave feeling full of energy. For more information, please contact Sharon Calvert on 07719 747 535. £5 per adult or £10 for one...
November 03 2019
12:00 PM—1:00 PM /
£5
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Wedding Open Evening
Join us for an intimate open evening at the Monastery to see for yourself the stunning beauty of the Monastery as your very special wedding venue. The venue will be fully set up as we would dress it for a wedding, giving you the opportunity to let your imagination run...
November 04 2019
5:00 PM—8:00 PM /
Free
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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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Lessons In Love – Mary Magdalene School of Wisdom
For men and women of all spiritual paths. All are welcome. 2:00pm - 3:30pm on the third Sunday of each month. Held by Fay Barratt and Pilgrims from the Wisdom School: with music, poetry, inspiration and ritual. We will share the pathways to the Heart; a heart that is so...
November 17 2019
2:00 PM—3:30 PM /
Donations
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East Manchester Community Boat Project 25th Anniversary Celebration
"COMMUNITY SPIRIT IN ACTION" In aid of East Manchester Community Boat Project Enabling free trips for disabled and disadvantaged children and adults To include: Welcome Drink Candlelit Three-Course Dinner Disco Charity Auction Top MC Paul Hazelby- Swing Singer Andy Powell-Affinity Show Choir- and more! SATURDAY 23rd NOVEMBER 2019...
November 23 2019
6:30 PM—12:30 AM /
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G4 Christmas
Experience sumptuous harmonies in an idyllic, festive setting... After sell-out tours in 2017 & 2018, G4 return in 2019 with their biggest and best Christmas tour to date! With a series of 28 shows in beautiful venues nationwide, join Jonathan, Lewis, Mike and Duncan as they recall the musical experiences...
November 28 2019
7:30 PM—9:30 PM /
£19.50 – £79.50
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December 2019
Yoga for Everyone
Come and join us for a fun-filled family yoga class! Every Sunday from 12-1pm. All abilities, ages and beginners welcome. Stretch your body, relax your mind and leave feeling full of energy. For more information, please contact Sharon Calvert on 07719 747 535. £5 per adult or £10 for one...
December 01 2019
12:00 PM—1:00 PM /
£5
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Gorton Philharmonic Christmas Concert with Carols
Christmas concert with carols for audience participation interspersed with light music, programme information to be announced in late 2019. Juan Ortuño conductor John Resek leader Adult Tickets: £15 Accompanied Child (Under 16): £4 Please click here for more information and tickets.
December 08 2019
2:00 PM—4:30 PM /
£4 – £15
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The Spirit of Christmas
The Spirit of Christmas Concert & Bliss Reunion with Lucinda Drayton. A live concert and magical evening celebration for anyone wanting to experience the real meaning of Christmas. This is a first for Lucinda and Andy Blissett to work together here and we are looking forward to creating the BLISS...
December 15 2019
6:00 PM—9:00 PM /
£20
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Please keep checking this page as we are updating frequently with details of new events.