This stunning 18th century St Ann’s Church is the third oldest building in Manchester city centre. Designed by architect John Barker, the church is built in the Renaissance style, typical of Sir Christopher Wren. It features original wrought iron work by Robert Bakewell, and the original 1712 pulpit, altar and font.
mjf concerts here have been a regular feature of festivals over the years, with audiences setaed on the pews, close to the music. During ticketed performances, the building is closed to other visitors.
More info about St Ann’s Church:
- Address: St Ann Street, Manchester, M2 7LF
- Website: www.stannsmanchester.com
- Accessibility:
- St Ann’s would like to welcome everyone to their Church and strive to ensure they are fully inclusive. If you have any questions or requests prior to visiting the Church please visit: https://stannsmanchester.com – if you require any reserved seating or have any access requirements please contact festival@manchesterjazz.com
- There are level tarmac paths to the Church from St Annes Road East and Headroomgate Road. The path from Headroomgate Road (opposite the Parish Rooms) is lit if you are visiting after dark. There are disabled parking spaces on the north side of the Church, which can be accessed from the entrance by the traffic lights at the junction of Church Road and St Annes Road East. There is level access to the main entrance to Church which is wheelchair accessible. Level access is also available at the north door (opposite Heyhouses Infant School).
- At manchester jazz festival, we would like all of our guests to feel welcome in our city and at our partner venues, so please feel free to contact our Audience Invitations Specialist, Aiyisha (aiyisha@manchesterjazz.com) if you have any queries about your visit that you can’t find answered elsewhere, or our piano trail competition, our opening weekender or about getting around the city in general. We will also have a whole host of volunteers on hand who will be happy to support you.
