**Please note: The Monastery will be closed to the public for the festive break from Mon 23rd of December, 2024, reopening on Thu 2nd January, 2025**
Browse The Monastery for yourself with our interactive virtual tour
Taste of the Monastery Tour
Discover the history of E.W. Pugin’s neo-gothic treasure and walk in the footsteps of the Franciscans. This guided tour offers insight into the life and work of the friars who created this much-loved place of worship and important example of Manchester architecture.
Learn about the rise, decline and fall of The Monastery and its magnificent restoration. Our guided tours bring this incredible story to life. Come and find out what makes this famous Manchester landmark so special.
There are 2 slots available, please click on your preferred slot for more info and to book tickets.
Hidden in Plain Sight Tour
Join our resident Franciscan scholar, Gill Harbach for a fascinating tour of the Monastery, to find out the Hidden Secrets , but actually In Plain Sight, of this amazing building. Head down the rabbit hole to discover all about sacred architecture, symbolism, mysticism, the real story of St Francis & St Clare, plus the Monastery’s connection with the Knights Templar.
Find out more by clicking on the links below.
Upcoming Tours
Hidden in Plain Sight Tour (1st Tuesday of each month)
Hidden in Plain Sight Sunday Tour (various dates)
Upcoming Workshops
The Soul’s Journey (Sunday, 27th October, 2024)
Large Group Visits & Coach Tours
Large groups (20+) can book a private tour of The Monastery. Please note that large groups may be split into separate tours.
The Monastery is fully accessible for wheelchair users and there are accessible toilets available throughout the building.
The Monastery is less than a fifteen-minute drive from Manchester City Centre and a large, free, on-site car park. The Monastery is also accessible by bus or train from Manchester Piccadilly.
For more information or help booking any of our tours or talks, please call 0161 223 3211 or email [email protected].
Please don't hesistate to contact us if you are interested in organising a private event at the Monastery.
Send us your contact details and we’ll be in touch immediately to arrange for you to have a personal tour of The Monastery, so we can discuss your needs. You'll be able to see for yourself how the spectacular Nave, the fabulous cloisters and the delightful garden combine to offer a unique space for the classiest of events.