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Historic house and museum that celebrates the life and literature of Elizabeth Gaskell, one of the UK’s most important Victorian writers.

A hands-on experience that will introduce you to the world of the writer Elizabeth Gaskell and her family through historic period rooms, Victorian style garden, expert guides and changing exhibitions.

Book Now to Visit Elizabeth Gaskell’s House

OPENING TIMES : Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday
11.00am – 4.30pm. Last admission 3pm Booking Advised.

What's On

Elizabeth Gaskell’s House Book Group Online

18th January - 12th December

We read (and re-read) classic works of fiction. New members welcome.

Textile Art celebrating Trailblazing Women

22nd September - 30th March

Exhibition of textile work created by the Trailblazing Stitching group.

Online Event: Elizabeth Gaskell and George Eliot – Wives and Daughters V Middlemarch

2nd October

Online Event: Wives and Daughters V Middlemarch

NEW Exhibition: The story of Elizabeth Gaskell’s House from dereliction to delight

6th October - 6th July

Online Course: Short Stories – Janet’s Repentance

9th October

Short Stories - Janet's Repentance

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Young Trustee Vacancies

Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is approaching its 10th anniversary of opening to the public and this marks an exciting time for the charity. We are looking to recruit two trustees aged 18-30 to help More News