Take home a unique piece of contemporary writing
Throughout January, visitors to Manchester’s award-winning literary house, Elizabeth Gaskell’s House, can pick up a beautifully bound publication featuring poetry, short stories and a play by its writers in residence. Three young writers – Georgia Affonso, Princess Arinola Adegbite, and Guruleen Kahlo
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Your Online Events for 2026: Short Stories and More
You are cordially invited to Elizabeth Gaskell’s House’s season of events on Short Stories including Cranford and the Gothic! Fancy some variety? Too busy for a longer novel? These Short Stories are the perfect answer. Plus we have a not-to-be-missed partnership event
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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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