Welcome to St John’s Centre
St John’s Centre has been at the heart of Old Trafford since 1982. We help local people to reach their potential through education, recreation and practical support and to nurture good relationships within our diverse and vibrant community.
We do this by providing adult learning courses, volunteering opportunities, wellbeing activities and events to bring together our community. We also offer space for community groups, as well as for parties and other private events.
Our Community Hub provides help with food, energy costs and household items, and signposting to other sources of support. Read more about us and our approach here.
Helping Old Trafford
St John’s Centre hosts one of Trafford Council’s Community Hubs. We can help Trafford residents with food, fuel and household essentials and refer people to more specialist support.
We also have a beautiful old hall that’s available to hire at weekends for children’s parties and other events.
Beginners’ IT Course
Trafford College will be offering a free Beginners’ IT Course at St John's Centre on Monday afternoons (1-3pm) starting January 26th 2026. The workshop is suitable for complete beginners – you will learn keyboard skills, using email and the internet, and the basics of...
Drawing from Life Course
Wednesdays 1-3pm from 21st January - 25th March 2026 This nine-week course will take you through basic elements of drawing from the clothed figure and from life, working with practical elements such as composition, tone, form, mark-making and texture. It is free to...
Sewing into Business
Do you want to start your own Sewing business? Learn how to get your own business off the ground with us – from sourcing affordable materials, using a sewing machine, understanding commercial patterns to advertising online. All in a fun and friendly environment...
