Talk | Alignments, Earth Energies & Ley Lines: Coincidence or Design?

Through a visually rich presentation and engaging narration, this unique event reveals how The Monastery sits at the conjunction of multiple terrestrial and astronomical alignments. From ancient stone circles in the Western Lake District to Derbyshire, and global alignments connecting historic sites around the world, this talk offers fresh insight into the deeper story of this extraordinary heritage site.

Sunday 31st May, 2026

Sneak Peak at Summer with 2 FREE Family Fun Days

This summer we're very excited to offer TWO fabulous, FREE family fun days! The first, in June, is a wonderful stroll down memory lane as we remember the glory days of Belle Vue. There will be animals, exhibitions, a fun fair, big red vintage bus and much more, tap here for all the details.

Then, as we move into the warm, sultry days of July, we're hosting a wonderful garden party, with donkey rides for the kiddies, food trucks, nature trails and garden games, tap here for all the info!

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 now, 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 The Real Story of the Knights Templar, an introductory Earth Energy, Ley Lines and How to Dowse for Them workshop, a more advanced Earth Energy and Ley Lines Update 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 wait 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 May this year 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 👉 New Vision Therapy 👉 Healing Sound Bath 👉 Circle Dance 👉 Silent Meditation 👉 Intentional healing sessions with the Healing Trust 👉 Laughter Club 👉 Rainbow Warriors Family Yoga 👉 Gorton Pagan Moot: Beltane 👉 Stalls and Handmade Treasures.

Browse the full 3rd May 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 👉 Rainbow Warriors Family Yoga 👉 Circles of Peace Gathering reflecting on The Flower of Life.

Browse the full 17th May 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, onsite cafe, peaceful gardens & ample parking. We hope you'll pop in for a visit soon!

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