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The Monastery

Type:Historic Site

89 Gorton Lane
Gorton
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M12 5WF

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Whether you’re planning a day trip to Manchester or already live here in our beautiful city, The Monastery Manchester really is an extraordinary place to visit.

Considered to be E.W Pugin’s great architectural masterpiece and known as Manchester’s Taj Mahal, this magnificent Grade II* listed building offers a peaceful retreat just minutes away from the city centre.

Whether you have an interest in Victorian architecture or just want to pop into our Welcome Café with its brand new menu, browse our heritage gift shop or join our daily silent meditation, there are always plenty of things to do at this beloved National Heritage site.

Open to the public 10am -4pm Sun-Thu each week, with free entry and private parking, evenings and weekends see The Monastery host breath-taking weddings plus a wide-range of very special events.

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Road Directions

From M60, J24, 2 miles (3.2 km)

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

293 reviews

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Recent Reviews:

Bev B
Worcestershire, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
Enjoyed it mostly.
Friday, 17th February 2023
Came to see Bowie by Candlelight (featuring David Live, who were excellent.) Our seats were towards the very back, right by the bar so not the best seats in the house – crowded & noisy with a big... Read full review
janetrO1272XX
Farnworth, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Friends getaway
An excellent entertaining evening
Monday, 13th March 2023
Attended Queen by Candlelight on Saturday and really enjoyed it. The venue was excellent and all staff very polite. We had seats very near the front but to the side. Our view was good and the sound... Read full review
Ali-M-Robbo
Manchester, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Couples
Queen by candle light
Tuesday, 14th March 2023
The Monastery is a beautiful building and we were really looking forward to the Queen anthems by candlelight. We paid £65 for 2 in row X so a few rows from the back & we could not see the candle... 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

2023 (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)
Day	Times
Monday - Thursday	10:00	- 16:00
Friday - Saturday	Closed
Sunday	10:00	- 16:00
Bank Holiday	Closed

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