Gorton Monastery, Gothic Revival church in Gorton, England
The Monastery of St Francis features red and blue brickwork, sandstone dressing, flying buttresses, and 13 bays of lancet windows along the nave.
The Franciscan brothers established the church in 1872 under architect Edward Welby Pugin, who incorporated late 13th-century Gothic architectural elements into the design.
After restoration in 2007, the monastery transformed into a multi-faith sanctuary, hosting community events, weddings, and Manchester Camerata chamber orchestra performances.
The monastery provides free counseling services, daily meditation sessions, and educational programs through its recently constructed Welcome Wing community facility.
Twelve life-size French limestone statues of Franciscan saints line the nave, restored to their original positions following extensive renovation efforts.
Location: Manchester
Inception: 1872
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Website: http://themonastery.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.46830,-2.18750
Latest update: May 26, 2025 11:56
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