Welcome

Fairfield is a Settlement congregation which was opened in 1785. It was planned and built by its own people, with its inn, shop, bakery, farm, laundry, fire-engine, night-watchman, inspector of weights and measures, an overseer of roads, and even its physician. There were community houses for sisters and brethren, who applied themselves to the varied work of the Settlement.

With the passing of time have come changes. The boarding schools of Fairfield have gone. That for boys, started in 1790, was discontinued in 1891; and the girls' school, begun in 1796, has passed into the care of the local authority as Fairfield High School for Girls. The work of the Moravian Theological College was transferred to Fairfield in 1875 and continued there in the original Sisters' House until 1958. Fairfield is no longer a self contained village; no longer does the watchman make his nightly rounds, and in the farm meadows are now streets and houses.

Despite the many changes in the life of the Settlement over the past 200 years, the Church, with its worshipping and serving congregation, remains its focus and heart.

Public worship takes place each Sunday at 10.30 am (with crèche) offering a warm welcome to the newcomer and visitor. Local children are provided with Christian education through our Sunday Club which meets each Sunday at 10.30am (during term time) and character training through the uniformed groups associated with Brownies, Cubs and Scouts.

The Fairfield Moravian College has been restored by the congregation for Sunday School and community use. It has extensive modern facilities in a beautiful setting.

All enquiries to The College Steward, 13A Fairfield Square, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 6AD. Telephone 0161-301 1368.

Guided tours of the Settlement and Church buildings can be arranged for parties by telephoning the Tours Secretary on 0161-370-5199. We are also open during the National Heritage Weekends each September.

 Museum Now Open

Open on Saturdays from June to August between 1pm to 4pm with souvenirs on sale and refreshments available.

We are also open during the Heritage Weekends in September on Sundays 1pm - 5pm.

Newly refurbished with souvenirs on sale and refreshments available.

Admission:
Adults £2, Seniors £1.50 Children £1
Family ticket £5 (2 adults plus up to 3 children)
Under 5’s free

During the Heritage Weekend admission is free with tours of the settlement and church.

Organised Tours:  You can arrange a personalised tour for groups, schools and visitors. Please contact Joyce James 0161 370 5199 for details, costs and to book your tour.