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Visit Elizabeth Gaskell's House in Manchester
Explore the garden at Elizabeth Gaskell's House
Hands-on visitor expereince
Families at Elizabeth Gaskell's House

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

Textile Art Celebrating Trailblazing Women

22nd September - 30th June

Exhibition of textile work created by the Trailblazing Stitching group.

Temporary Exhibition: The Story of Elizabeth Gaskell’s House from Dereliction to Delight

6th October - 6th July

Elizabeth Gaskell’s House Book Group Online

16th January - 11th December

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

Family Fun – Easter at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House

6th April - 20th April

Easter Family Fun

Online Talk: Writing Home – House and Home in Elizabeth Gaskell’s literature

23rd April

Online Talk: Writing Home - House and Home in Elizabeth Gaskell's Literature

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Writers in Residence Announced

Elizabeth Gaskell’s House has announced the three young writers in residence, who will be spending time immersing themselves in Elizabeth’s world and responding to her legacy in their words. Georgia More News