2026 Online Reading Workshops – The Gothic
Take a walk on the wild side with our new reading course looking at horror, mystery and the darker side of the human condition. We’re taking on some giants of the Gothic to explore literature’s supernatural forces, from the terrible monster of
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Elizabeth Gaskell’s House named Hidden Gem by Visit England
Staff and volunteers at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House are delighted to have been awarded a Hidden Gem accolade by VisitEngland. This Accolade is awarded annually to participants in the VisitEngland Visitor Attraction Quality Scheme and acknowledges the high-quality visitor experience delivered by the
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Step into a Very Victorian Christmas at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House
Manchester's historic literary attraction Elizabeth Gaskell's House is hosting a Very Victorian Christmas for the first time this festive season. The former residence of the famous novelist Elizabeth Gaskell will be getting into the holiday spirit this November, offering visitors the chance to explore
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A Novel Introduction
If you’ve never read a novel by Elizabeth Gaskell, a visit to her former home is the perfect place to be inspired. And when you visit Elizabeth Gaskell’s House during Manchester Literature Festival you will be able to book a special ticket
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Cousin Phillis
‘“I loved him, father!” she said at length, raising her eyes.’ Cousin Phillis by Elizabeth Gaskell, 1863-64 Cousin Phillis is the perfect length – somewhere between a short story and a novel – and a precursor to Elizabeth Gaskell’s masterpiece Wives and
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