The Monastery Manchester
Manchester, Greater Manchester

From £2,500

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About The Monastery Manchester

This truly unique Grade II* listed venue was once part of the world's top 100 endangered sites and provides a breath-taking backdrop to every couple's special day. The Monastery was most recently awarded silver for the UK’s Best Unusual Venue at the prestigious 2024 M&IT Awards, making it the perfect venue for your celebrations.

The Great Nave, the main event space at The Monastery, has spectacularly high ceilings and a grand altar that offers a cathedral-like setting with an urban twist.

The Monastery’s atmospheric lighting can also transform this striking wedding venue from a stunning daytime ceremonial space to a dramatic party venue. All weddings are built on a bespoke basis, with something on offer for everyone.

Owned and operated by a charitable trust, every wedding helps to maintain and protect the site for future generations.

The Monastery Manchester Details

  • UK's Best Unusual Venue 2024 - Silver Winner
  • Charity Owned
  • Grade II* Listed Building
  • Exclusive Use
  • Cathedral Proportions
  • Unique & Unusual

The Monastery Manchester Awards & Accreditations

Image for 2024 - Silver Award for Best Unusual UK Venue at the Meetings and Incentive Travel (M&IT) Awards, London, UK
2024 - Silver Award for Best Unusual UK Venue at the Meetings and Incentive Travel (M&IT) Awards, London, UK
Image for 2020 - Finalist Venue Manchester Category at the North West Wedding Awards
2020 - Finalist Venue Manchester Category at the North West Wedding Awards
Image for 2020 - Finalist Wedding Venue of The Year, Regional Wedding Awards
2020 - Finalist Wedding Venue of The Year, Regional Wedding Awards
Image for 2019- Winner of Best Venue No Accommodation at the County Brides North West Wedding Awards
2019- Winner of Best Venue No Accommodation at the County Brides North West Wedding Awards
Image for 2019 - Finalist for the Most Creative Venue at the Great Northern Wedding Awards
2019 - Finalist for the Most Creative Venue at the Great Northern Wedding Awards
Image for 2018 - Finalist for Venue of the Year at the Asian Wedding Awards
2018 - Finalist for Venue of the Year at the Asian Wedding Awards

Meet the Key Person

Helping couples with their special day is something I’ve wanted to do for a long time, but I never imagined I’d end up doing that in such an unusual and beautiful place! If you’re looking for a wedding venue with history, purpose and stunning architecture, look no further than The Monastery. We would be delighted to show you round, and if you do choose to get married here, you’ll have mine or one of my colleague’s full support all the way through your planning and of course on the big day. Not only is it the best day of your lives, but holding your wedding here helps to provide vital funding for The Monastery, meaning we can continue to be a place of community and celebration for generations to come. Chloe Brookes - Weddings & Special Events Coordinator

Current Promotions from The Monastery Manchester

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Late Availability Offer - We are offering up to 10% off the venue hire fee on select Fridays & Saturdays in 2025. Please send your enquiry across and the team will be in touch to discuss this offer with you!

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Get in touch with The Monastery Manchester

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89 Gorton Lane, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M12 5WF

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