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Brookfield Church Open Weekend

Hyde Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M18 7EF

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

Come and learn about Brookfield Church, from its inception by Richard Peacock and design by Thomas Worthington. Discover the story of 'Beyer, Peacock and Company', founded by Richard Peacock in Gorton and its links to Brookfield Church.

We'll be open all weekend.
- Browse the display on 'Beyer, Peacock and Company' and its links to Brookfield Church and its building of railway locomotives, and its role in the war.
- See the architecture of the Thomas Worthington church.
- Join a tour around the church and its grounds including Richard Peacock's mausoleum.
- Discover the story of how Brookfield Church 'won' its bells.
- Saturday morning, speak to the bell ringers about the bells and bell ringing

Please note: Brookfield is a working church and will hold a service 10am Sunday morning.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 13 September:
10:00-17:00 - Open Building and hourly tours. 10:30-12:00 bell ringers
Sunday 14 September:
10:00-17:00 - Open Building and hourly tours

Location & directions

Hyde Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M18 7EF

Directions:
There is no car park, but there is ample street parking on Far Lane.

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

No car parking, use Far Lane; Ramp available to enter building from street level; Toilet is small and requires step access; Grounds are uneven

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