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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

Textile Art celebrating Trailblazing Women

22nd September - 30th March

Exhibition of textile work created by the Trailblazing Stitching group.

NEW 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.

Online Talk: The Real Ruth – Mapping Elizabeth Gaskell’s Ruth

29th January

Online Talk: Ruth Locations

Online Course: A Man’s World – Lovers – John Thornton and Mr Rochester

5th February

Online Course: A Man's World

more events

Frank Galvin Awarded MBE in Kings New Year Honours

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Francis Galvin, former Chair of Manchester Historic Buildings Trust (the charity that owns and runs Elizabeth Gaskell’s House), and longtime volunteer at the More News