Manchester Camerata Wind Quintet

Step away from the rhythm of the day… and into something altogether more restorative.

We’re delighted to welcome Manchester Camerata back to the Monastery for a special lunchtime wind quintet concert. Set within the breathtaking surroundings of the Great Nave, this intimate, lunchtime performance offers a rare opportunity to experience world-class chamber music in a relaxed, inspiring and historic setting.

Tickets from £3. Wed 10th June, 2026

Historical Talks & Tours

Each Monday brings our ever-popular Taste of the Monastery Tour, when expert guide, Grahame, explains the Monastery's incredible history, from the mid 1800s to the present day, covering the building's original construction, subsequent ruin and current restoration. There are 2 sessions to choose from, either mornings or afternoons.



Head down the rabbit hole with resident Franciscan scholar, Gill Harbach, for a fascinating, bi-monthly Hidden in Plain Sight Tour of the Monastery, with tours available on the first Tuesday and last Sunday of the month. 

Or take a deep dive into one of Gill's monthly workshops, where she expands on a range of esoteric subjects. This month, choose from Kundalini Meditation & Grounding Workshop, an introductory Earth Energy, Ley Lines and How to Dowse for Them workshop, or The Enlightenment group.

Nurturing Community

Regular community services include; Manchester Camerata's music café for people living with dementia and their carers; a free legal advice surgery most Thursdays with Arshad Solicitors and weekly rehearsals with Gorton Voice Community Choir. There's also a bereavement support group with the lovely folk at Macmillan, free for anyone struggling with the loss of a loved one.



There is a wonderful, free photography exhibition by Graham North from Sun-Thu each week and community champs, Vicki and Chris Kennedy, host a weekly Gardening Group and Green Team, a regular Repair Café for mending all kinds of broken bits and bobs, an award-winning Men's Shed (open to all genders) every Tuesday, plus there's a supportive, weekly Men's Talking Circle with Mentell.

Everyday Wellbeing

Join John Hofton on Thursdays for a healing sound bath, or find your rhythmic zen at Christine Lineker's monthly sacred drumming circle. For deep healing, book yourself in for a soothing trauma discharge massage* with somatic therapist, Susan Roberts (*please note that Susan has a long waiting list). 

Take a joint-friendly yoga synergy session with Stef, create flow and balance in Peggy's t'ai chi class, or build core strength in Nik's twice-weekly pilates classes – Tue morning or Wed evening options now available!

Join us for a daily, meditative hour of silence, Sun-Thu each week (there's always someone there to hold the space) or explore the angelic realms with Intentions of Healing's Circle of Angelic Light on the last Saturday of each month.

Receive free healing every Wednesday with Hook Healers, or explore your inner artist at Lou's Mindful Crafting; Claire's joyful crochet workshop; Julie's serene machine sewing class; and/or Jane's Manchester Groovi (parchment craft) group.

Soulful Sunday Sessions 

Sundays at the Monastery are dedicated to activities and sessions that nourish the mind, body and soul, with a range of peaceful gatherings that offer moments of tranquility and togetherness in a hectic world. 

The first Sunday of June is Mind, Body and Soul Sunday, with a whole day of grounding yet uplifting activities including: Ecstatic Dance 👉 Pilates with Nik 👉 Walk the Labyrinth 👉 Intro to Mindfulness 👉 Healing Sound Bath 👉 Circle Dance 👉 Silent Meditation 👉 Intentional healing sessions with the Healing Trust 👉 Laughter Club 👉 Stalls and Handmade Treasures.

Browse the full 7th June programme by tapping here.

3rd Sundays throughout 2026 are all about heritage, health and wellbeing-themed activities including: Walk the Labyrinth 👉 Silent Meditation 👉 Gong Bath  👉 Gorton Pagan Moot: Litha 👉 Circles of Peace Gathering reflecting on The Divine Father and the Summer Solstice.

Browse the full 21st June programme by tapping here.

We're normally* open to the public from 10am-4pm, Sunday-Thursday each week (with occasional exceptions such as bank holidays). Free entry, on-site cafe, peaceful gardens & ample parking. We hope you'll pop in for a visit soon!

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