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Welcome to the Diocese of Manchester


We are the Church of England in Bolton, Bury, Leigh, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Rossendale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside and Trafford. 

Our vision is to be a worshipping, growing and transforming Christian presence at the heart of every community. We want to be a Church for a Different World

Find out more about us

Cornerstone Training Launches to Inspire Generosity and Growth in Churches

15th May 2025

This week, clergy and lay leaders from across the diocese came together to take part in the first training sessions for Cornerstone, a new online learning platform created to support churches in growing giving, generosity, and thankfulness.

When Healing Places Become Battlefields

Bishop David Walker shared this Thought for the Day on BBC Radio 4 this morning, addressing the recent attack on the Anglican-run Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza.

Manchester and Salford Whit Walk 2025

Manchester and Salford Whit Walks are returning to the city centre on Bank Holiday Monday, 26th May. This cherished tradition, featuring a procession of clergy and parishioners, brass bands and drums, all representing local churches is a beloved part of our heritage.

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