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: Easter Family Fun

Calling all families needing some time out this Easter! Join us at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House this Easter for some creative family fun. We have created two children's trails so all the family can explore the House this springtime, from the Victorian Morning Room to the Servant's Hall. With easy and hard levels, our trails are the perfect challenge for all ages. Book Now to Visit At the end of the trail, head down to the Servants' Hall to

: True Love or Vinegar Valentine?

Elizabeth Gaskell's House is enamoured to be displaying a collection of sweet and sour Victorian Valentine's Cards until 22 February. Keeping with the theme of romance we will be asking visitors to share their favourite literary romantic moments from either the pages or the screen. Will it be Mr Darcy and Lizzy Bennet or Heathcliff and Cathy? Tell us who you love to read! The Victorian Valentine's Cards are on loan to the House from Manchester Metropolitan Special

: International Women’s Day Walking Tour

In the week of International Women’s Day, join a unique walking tour to discover the history of Manchester women associated with the Oxford Road Corridor. Artists, writers, scientists, medics, campaigners – many were pioneers in their fields but may still lack recognition, including Elizabeth Gaskell. The guided walk starts at Grosvenor Square (All Saints Park), off Oxford Road, and will finish at Elizabeth Gaskell's House. The cost includes entry to Elizabeth Gaskell's House so you can learn more

: A Novel Introduction

Visit Elizabeth Gaskell's House between 15 October until Sunday 26 October and you can purchase a mystery Elizabeth Gaskell book for £5 with your admission ticket. This offer is linked to the House’s current exhibition, I’ve Never Read Elizabeth Gaskell, which explores how three young writers in residence have engaged with Elizabeth’s legacy for the first time, an experience shared by many of our visitors. A variety of paperback titles will be wrapped in brown paper and waiting for visitors

: Gardening Activity Day at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House

Join us for our first ever Gardening Activity Day! Find out what it's like to work in our award-winning garden by helping our team of Gardening Volunteer prepare the Garden for the autumn. At the end of the day, you will be able to take home a plant from our Garden. Details Where: Elizabeth Gaskell's House GardenWhen: Wednesday 18th SeptemberTime: 10.30am - 2.30pm What will I be doing? Tasks will be dependent on the weather, but will likely