

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Lunch & Talk with Elaine Griffiths OBE | 30 Years of Trust
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 21 Apr, 2026 at 11:30 am – Tue, 21 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Lunch &amp; Talk with Elaine Griffiths OBE

A story of resilience, restoration and renewal.

Join us for a truly special lunch &amp; talk experience at The Monastery, hosted by Elaine Griffiths OBE, Chief Executive and Co-Founder of The Monastery Trust.

These unique events combine a delicious shared lunch with an inspiring talk in one of Manchester’s most breathtaking heritage spaces. Set within the soaring walls of the Monastery, guests are invited to hear Elaine’s personal story of how this precious, national heritage site was saved from dereliction, and transformed from crumbling ruins into the vibrant place of peace, culture and community it is today.

This is not an ordinary lunch. It is a journey through three decades of resilience, regeneration, magic and miracles, told by the woman who helped make it happen. As part of the Monastery’s 30th anniversary year, these talks offer a rare opportunity to experience the building through the eyes of its steward and storyteller.

Suitable for individuals, families, friends and group bookings, this event is ideal for anyone interested in heritage, community, wellbeing and the power of vision to create change.

What to expect

→ An inspiring talk by Elaine Griffiths OBE
→ Time for questions and conversation
→ A relaxed shared lunch
→ Free time to explore the Monastery’s architecture and grounds

About Elaine Griffiths OBE

Elaine Griffiths OBE is the Chief Executive and Co-Founder of The Monastery Trust. For over 30 years, she has led the extraordinary restoration of this former Franciscan friary, guiding its transformation into a thriving centre for weddings, wellbeing, music and community life.

Her story is one of determination, faith and belief in what places - and people - can become when care and purpose come together.

Why join us?

Because some stories are best heard in the place where they happened.
Because lunch tastes better when shared with meaning.
Because heritage, inspiration and connection belong at the heart of everyday life.

These talks are a chance to slow down, listen deeply and experience the Monastery in a new way.

Practical details

Suitable for group bookings, families, friends or individual guests.

Dates

Tuesday 21st April, 2026 →  £30 with finger buffet lunch with teas &amp; coffees
Tuesday 22nd September, 2026 → £30 with finger buffet lunch with teas &amp; coffees
Tuesday 1st December, 2026 (Christmas edition) → £45 with 2-course Christmas lunch in the Great Nave.

Timings &amp; Programme

→ Doors open 11am.
→ Talk starts 11.30am followed by Q&amp;A.
→ Lunch served at 12.30, followed by free time to explore the Monastery.

Places are limited and booking is essential.

To reserve your place, please email: events@themonastery.co.uk or call 0161 223 3211
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- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Manchester
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: The Monastery Manchester
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- **full address**: The Monastery Manchester, 89 Gorton Lane,Manchester, United Kingdom

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- **organizer**: The Monastery Manchester (https://allevents.in/org/the-monastery-manchester/12630536)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 21 Apr, 2026 at 11:30 am (+01:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** The Monastery Manchester, 89 Gorton Lane,Manchester, United Kingdom
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** The Monastery Manchester
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** workshops
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Lunch & Talk with Elaine Griffiths OBE | 30 Years of Trust ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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