About Us: Partnership, Values & Church History
The Levenshulme Inspire Partnership was established in 2005 in order to redevelop Levenshulme United Reformed Church into a vibrant, multi-purpose community centre, inspired by a clear set of shared values, which supports and trains individuals, from the very youngest to the very oldest, and builds community through creative arts and media.
Levenshulme United Reformed Church was built in 1875 and for over a century it was a hub for local activity. In recent years though it has fallen into considerable disrepair. Although the building was used until 2007 on a daily basis for evening dance groups, indoor bowling and Sunday services of worship, most local groups and agencies have ceased to run activities from the building due to its poor state. The small congregation of just 8 members was unable to meet the huge restoration costs and yet, through working with local partners, it established that there was still considerable enthusiasm amongst the local community to return the building to its roots as a centre of community activity and learning.
Located prominently at the ‘top of Levenshulme’ on one of the busiest thoroughfares in and out of Manchester city centre and with its iconic spire a real local landmark the plans for a dynamic new building have generated great enthusiasm amongst Levenshulme residents for a centre that will celebrate the past and the future of the local community.
You can find out more about us by clicking on any of the following links:
Our Values
Our Partners
Governance
Needs and Outcomes
Church History
