WELCOME TO

MANCHESTER
DEAF CENTRE!

Putting communication into the community
Manchester Deaf Centre is the heart of Greater Manchester's deaf community. We are a hub for inclusion, advocacy, accessibility, support, training and information.

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What we do

Dedication, innovation, inclusion

We are proud to provide a range of services that support and empower our deaf community. We can also provide BSL/English interpreters and deliver training to increase knowledge around deaf awareness.

 

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Communication is key

Teaching, training, awareness

Did you know British Sign Language is the preferred language for over 125,000 people in the UK? It is a rich and beautiful language comprising of hand gestures, facial expressions and body movements. Start your BSL journey today!

 

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Our main missions

 

TRAINING


Create opportunities for D/deaf people through employment and training.

INFORMATION


Influence national and local public policy and seek opportunities to play a role in research and commissioning.

ADVICE


Devise, gain funding and run projects that lead directly to positive outcomes for D/deaf people.

COMMUNICATION


Provide spaces for D/deaf people to socialise and learn.

 

 

What's New

 

26th September 2024

Celebrate International Sign Language Day by coming to learn with MDC

2​6th September 2024 Hello! "This week on Monday was International Sign Language Day, let’s celebrate! I would like to talk about the BSL team of teachers at Manchester Deaf Centre, they have been very busy this week because so many classes have started. Five classes for Level 1, three

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24th September 2024

F​ree introduction to BSL course in November now open for bookings

2​4th September 2024 This course is purely for fun and our informal sessions will cover sign vocabulary related to everyday life, including: family, friends, days of the week, numbers, meeting people and greetings. Great for people who are looking for a taster without committing to a fully

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Room Hire

Teddy Webb Hall

Room Dimensions: 10m x 16m

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Riley's Bar

Riley's social bar is available to hire for social and work events.

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Oxford Room

Maximum group size: 12

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Booth Room

Room dimensions: 10m x 5m

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ADDRESS
Manchester Deaf Centre,
Crawford House,
Booth Street East,
M13 9GH

MONDAY - FRIDAY
09:00 – 17:00

CONTACT US

0161 273 3415
info@manchesterdeafcentre.com

Registered Charity Number: 1110373