Manchester Crown Court (Crown Square)
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What brings you here?
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I've received a letter from this court
A claim form, hearing notice, judgment, or other correspondence — see how to respond.
I have a hearing or my claim has been defended
Allocation, directions questionnaires, what happens at the hearing, costs and appeals.
I can't afford the court fee
Apply for help with fees (form EX160) if you're on benefits or low income.
I owe a CCJ but can't pay it all at once
Ask the court to let you pay by instalments using form N245 — keeps you out of enforcement.
I want to clear a paid CCJ
If you've paid a county court judgment, apply for a certificate of satisfaction (form N443).
I won my case but they won't pay
Enforce a judgment with a warrant of control, attachment of earnings, or charging order.
Opening hours
Court open
Monday to Friday
9am to 5pm
Counter open
Monday to Friday
9am to 3:30pm (Enquiries outside of these hours may be directed to the Criminal Listing/Crown Office Section on the second floor)
Telephone enquiries answered
Monday to Friday
9am to 5pm
Services available
Accessibility & facilities
Parking
There are no parking facilities at this building. The nearest public car parks are: 1) NCP Manchester Bridge Street 2) NCP Manchester Spinningfields, New Quay Street 3) XYZ Car Park, New Court Street Full details available on the car park websites.
Accessibility features
Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available by prior arrangement.
Languages
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Complaints
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