Found just outside the city centre, The Monastery Manchester is a wedding venue well-known for its gothic revival architecture and urban-leaning cathedral design. Built in 1872, the red-brick building boasts high vaulted ceilings, a grand altar, frescos and carvings. The stained glass windows of the Great Nave create a romantic glow for daytime ceremonies, and by night - should you wish to host your reception here too - it transforms into a dramatic night-time party venue complete with a quality sound system and lighting.
The Monastery Manchester is a licensed venue accommodating 70-400 guests for weddings and civil ceremonies. It’s a flexible space, catering to several types of weddings from multi-faith to LGBT+, classic and traditional. And with a private courtyard garden, white cloisters, and an organ loft there are ample photo opportunities.
On Fridays and Saturdays, you can go for an exclusive hire for a private and personal event. Or, you can book a weekday afternoon or evening with a twilight ceremony if you’re keen to keep the costs low. Whichever suits you best, there’ll be a dedicated wedding coordinator and event manager on hand to make your day truly special. It’s a site with all the amenities, a dancefloor, use of PA, atmospheric lighting, wooden easels for welcome signs, tables and chairs. As for the catering, you can also choose from an extensive selection of menus, or bring in an external caterer. Plus, you can even request a cream or red carpet for an extra special first-look picture.
To say this is an unforgettable wedding venue is an understatement, this Grade II listed building was once included alongside the Taj Mahal and Pompeii in the world’s top 100 most important and endangered sites. So if you’re searching for your something old for good luck on the big day, this is an impressive option.