View today's Manchester Magistrates' Court listings at Crown Square, M60 1PR. Check daily case lists, hearing times, court types, and how to get there.
Daily Listings Summary for Manchester Magistrates' Court
On Friday, 14th August 2026, Manchester Magistrates' Court has 28 cases entered on its published schedule.
Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 09:30, 13:30.
Proceedings will be conducted across courtrooms 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11.
Members of the public and accredited media representatives are generally permitted to attend these hearings, subject to any reporting restrictions that may be in place.
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View Listings →Manchester Magistrates' Court: Daily Listings at Crown Square
Manchester Magistrates' Court sits at Crown Square, Manchester, M60 1PR — one of the busiest magistrates' courts in the North West of England. Serving Greater Manchester's urban population of over 2.8 million people, this court handles a high volume of daily criminal hearings, making it one of the most active lower courts in England and Wales. The listings published here are updated regularly so that legal professionals, defendants, victims, witnesses, and members of the public can track scheduled cases with ease.
Types of Cases Heard at Manchester Magistrates' Court
As with all magistrates' courts in England and Wales, every criminal case begins here before being assessed for severity. Manchester Magistrates' Court deals with a broad spectrum of legal matters each day, including:
- Summary offences — minor criminal matters such as traffic violations, fare evasion, and low-level public disorder, dealt with entirely at the magistrates' court
- Either-way offences — including theft, drug possession, and assault, where the bench decides whether to retain the case or commit it upward
- Triable-either-way cases referred upward — more serious matters committed to Manchester Crown Court at Crown Square or Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court for trial or sentencing
- Remand hearings — first appearances and bail decisions for defendants in police custody overnight
- Single Justice Procedure cases — written hearings for minor offences such as speeding, no TV licence, or failure to provide insurance details
Cases involving youth defendants are not published in public listings to protect the identities of minors. If you need information about a youth case, you must contact the court directly.
Court Listings: What the Manchester Daily List Includes
The daily court list for Manchester Magistrates' Court includes the defendant's full name, the name of the prosecuting body (typically Greater Manchester Police or the Crown Prosecution Service), the assigned courtroom, the listed time, and the case reference number. Lists are typically published at the end of the previous working day — Monday lists are published on Friday. Overnight custody cases may not appear in advance listings due to the timing of police processing.
Opening Hours and Counter Times
- Court hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Public counter: Open Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 1:00pm (closed 1:00pm–2:00pm), then 2:00pm – 4:00pm
- Phone enquiries: 0330 808 4407 — Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm; Saturday, 8:00am to 2:00pm
- Email (general enquiries): [email protected]
- Witness Service: 0300 332 1268
- Single Justice Service: 0300 303 0656 (Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm)
How to Get to Manchester Magistrates' Court
Manchester Magistrates' Court is centrally located in Crown Square, within easy walking distance of Manchester city centre's main transport hubs. Whether you're attending as a defendant, solicitor, witness, or observer, getting here is straightforward via several modes of transport:
- Tram (Metrolink): The nearest Metrolink stop is Deansgate-Castlefield, a short walk from Crown Square via Deansgate
- Bus: Several bus routes stop directly outside the court building, including services 1, 35, 36, 37, and 100
- Train: Manchester Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly stations are both within 15–20 minutes on foot or a short tram ride
- By car: Several NCP car parks are located nearby in the city centre; the court does not have dedicated public parking
- Disability access: If you require assistance attending a hearing due to a disability, contact the court on 0330 808 4407 in advance of your attendance date
Frequently Asked Questions – Manchester Magistrates' Court
What time do hearings start at Manchester Magistrates' Court?
Most hearings are listed from 9:30am or 10:00am onwards. Overnight custody hearings (remands) are typically listed early in the morning. Check the daily listing for your specific case time, as court schedules can change.
How do I find out if someone has a court case in Manchester today?
The daily listings on this page are updated each working day and show names, charges, courtroom, and listed time. You can also contact the court directly on 0330 808 4407 if a listing is not appearing or if the case involves special circumstances such as youth or overnight custody.
What happens if my case isn't listed at Manchester Magistrates' Court?
If a case is not visible in the published listings, it may be a youth case (not published), an overnight custody case added at the last minute, or the listing may not yet have been uploaded. Contact the court by phone or email to confirm whether a hearing is proceeding.
Can my case be moved from Manchester Magistrates' Court to Crown Court?
Yes. Either-way offences and indictable-only offences will be sent from Manchester Magistrates' Court to either Manchester Crown Court (Crown Square) or Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court depending on the nature of the charge and case management directions.
