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: The Manchester Quilt

The Elizabeth Gaskell's House Sewing Bee present their Manchester Quilt in this temporary exhibition over February Half Term. Take a closer look at the beautiful quilt made by the group, find out more about quilt making in the 19th Century and read about Elizabeth's own sewing habits in this mini-exhibition. There will also be family craft sessions running on Wednesday 21 February. The exhibition is in the Servants' Hall and is included in admission. There will be a

: Story and play

Join us every second Wednesday of the month* in the Servants' Hall from 11-12pm for stories and play for under-fives. Usual admission applies (tickets last for 12 months and under 16s are free). No need to book just turn up. There is free parking for up to three hours on the road next to the House and we are right next to Swinton Grove Park and play area. *Except during school holidays

: Story and Play

Join us every second Wednesday of the month* in the Servants' Hall from 11-12pm for stories and play for under-fives. Usual admission applies (tickets last for 12 months and under 16s are free). No need to book just turn up. There is free parking for up to three hours on the road next to the House and we are right next to Swinton Grove Park and play area. We are reading Dinosaur Roar in May *Except during school holidays

: Story and play

Join us every second Wednesday of the month* in the Servants Hall from 11-12pm for stories and play for under-fives. Usual admission applies (tickets last for 12 months and under 16s are free). No need to book just turn up. There is free parking for up to three hours on the road next to the House and we are right next to Swinton Grove Park and play area. *Except during school holidays

: Story and Play

Join us every second Wednesday of the month* in the Servants' Hall from 11-12pm for stories and play for under-fives. Usual admission applies (tickets last for 12 months and under 16s are free). No need to book just turn up. There is free parking for up to three hours on the road next to the House and we are right next to Swinton Grove Park and play area. *Except during school holidays