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The Monastery

Type:Historic Site

89 Gorton Lane
Gorton
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M12 5WF

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From M60, J24, 2 miles (3.2 km)

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4.5 of 5 stars
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    Recent Reviews:

    • SamAndWayneLincoln
      Retford, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Friends getaway
      Beautiful xxx
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 15th November 2022
      We visited the Monastery for a private event. It really is a beautiful building with a lovely energy. I wish we had found time to look around properly xx Read full review
    • Ventouxrider
      Trip Type:
      Friends getaway
      Wonderful Venue, entertainment and Afternoon Tea
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 15th November 2022
      What a wonderful experience, fabulous entertainment from “Elvis” with a delicious afternoon tea. The venue is sooo dramatic and all combines for a perfect day out, can’t wait to book again. Read full review
    • HUpmann3
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Brilliant Day Out
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 16th November 2022
      We all had a table at the Elvis concert last weekend and it was a fabulous event, very well organised and great fun, we sang and laughed all day long. The afternoon tea was really good and the venue... Read full review
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    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors

    Attraction Facilities

    • Free Admission

    Imported Facilities

    • Disabled Access - BASIC (*)

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Payment Methods

    • Visa accepted

    Provider Facilities

    • Available for wedding receptions

    Dates and Opening Times

    2022 (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022)
    DayTimes
    Monday - Thursday10:00 - 16:00
    Friday - SaturdayClosed
    Sunday10:00 - 16:00
    Bank HolidayClosed

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