Monton Unitarian Church 150th Anniversary!

Monton Unitarian Church was designed by Thomas Worthington, opened in 1875, and is the fourth religious building for dissenters on this site. A beautiful building, the church is particularly noteworthy for its late 19th century stained glass windows which honour not just Jesus and other biblical figures, but also great men of both the classical and modern world. Artists, writers, scientists and philosophers are represented.

A guide to the church windows and other historical details will be available, along with various artefacts from our historical archives, such as old record books and silverware. Of particular note are some handwritten and signed original letters and plans by Thomas Worthington himself, and the minute books from the 1870s recording all the decisions regarding the building and design of the church.

This year is the building's 150th Birthday, and there will be new history boards giving information about the building and its history as well as a host of other events such as crafts, market stalls, and music for visitors to enjoy. Rev Anna will give a talk on the history of the community and the building at 1400.

In addition our LGBTQ+ history will be celebrated with our national exhibition called Unitarian LGBT+ Voices - we were the first church in Salford to offer same sex weddings and are proud of our campaigning for LGBTQ+ rights..

Timings & Tours

Saturday 20 September:

1000-1800: Talk: 1400

Location & directions

Monton Green, Eccles, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M30 9NX

Directions:

Our church stands proudly at the head of Monton Village, set off the double roundabouts, with a large graveyard in front with monuments dating back to the 1700s. Some car parking is available at the back of the church, accessed via Golf View Drive, free parking is also available at Duke's Drive carpark which is just a couple of minute's walk away. Paid parking is available in the village as well.

Contact on day:

Rev Anna R Jarvis

Telephone number:

+447769038773

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Additional information

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s)

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