Mass times this week
Regular weekly timetable
Mon
- 12:00
Tue
- 19:00
Wed
- 12:00
Thu
- 12:00
Fri
- 12:00
Sat
- 12:00
- 18:00 Vigil
Sun
- 08:00
- 10:30
Services with timing to confirm
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Parish schedules can change on holy days of obligation.
What the parish's page says
Mass Times Sunday: 08:00am to 09:00am, & 10:30am to 11:30am Saturdays: 12:00pm, 6:00pm Mondays: 12:00pm Tuesdays: 7:00pm Wednesdays: 12:00pm Thursdays: 12:00pm Fridays: 12:00pm Holy Days of Obligation: 9:30am, 12:00pm, 7:00pm.
Confession Times
- Tuesday
- 18:30-18:55
- Thursday
- 11:30-11:55
- Friday
- 11:30-11:55
- Saturday
- 11:30-11:55
- Saturday
- 17:30-17:55
Adoration & Devotions
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Tuesday 18:30-18:55
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Thursday 11:30-11:55
Access, Parking & Facilities
- Wheelchair access
- Available
The church is accessible for those with limited mobility. If you require additional assistance, please let one of the stewards know when you arrive, and they will be glad to help.
Information sources
About St. Clare, Higher Blackley
St. Clare, Higher Blackley is a Roman Catholic church in Manchester, Greater Manchester. It is part of the Diocese of Salford.
Parish life
Saint Clare's is the only Franciscan church in Manchester. The church is noted for its unique simplicity and beauty. The parish runs a prestigious school providing education to hundreds of children. Parish life includes prayer groups, support networks, and community outreach. The parish offers pastoral support and prayer groups. The parish is keen to continue the Franciscan charism and reflect the spirit of Saint Clare of Assisi.
Visiting
The church is accessible for those with limited mobility, and stewards are available to help visitors who require additional assistance. All visitors are welcome to attend, and while Holy Communion is reserved for practising Catholics, all visitors are invited to participate in prayer and receive a blessing if they wish. No booking is required to attend Mass, and for busy services such as Christmas and Easter the church may provide additional seating or extra Mass times. Children are welcome at St Clare's and are invited to take part in the liturgy in ways appropriate to their age.
Sources for this profile
- Home - St. Clare's RC Church BlackleyRetrieved 30 September 2026
- Holy Mass - St. Clare's RC Church BlackleyRetrieved 30 September 2026
Find St. Clare, Higher Blackley
Map location for St. Clare, Higher Blackley
186 Victoria Avenue, Higher Blackley, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9 0RR