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Area:: South Manchester & Stockport

Category:: Best-kept secrets

Phone:: 0161 225 1922 / 01663 744 233

Address:: Gaskell House, 84 Plymouth Grove, Ardwick
M13 9LW

Open Times:: Open Mar-Dec noon-4pm 1st Sun of mth or by appointment; Sept Heritage Days; call for information.

Travel:: Bus 50, 113, 130, 147, 191, 197/ Ardwick rail

Prices:: Admission free (donations welcome)

Gaskell House

84 Plymouth Grove, Ardwick

Neglected for years, the home of Elizabeth Gaskell is now finally undergoing a renovation. The author – one of’s most esteemed novelists and social commentators – lived with her family in this Regency-style villa between 1850 and 1865, hosting visits from Charlotte Bronte, Dickens, Thackeray and John Ruskin. Access may be limited during the renovation period – phone to check before visiting.

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Caroline said...

I found visiting the house is a nice opportunity to discover the works of writer Elisabeth Gaskell and imagine the great potential of such a precious building. Posted on May 08 2007 20:19

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Chandy said...

I have been to the Gaskell House few times. The books on display and the paintings are worth a visit. Posted on May 08 2007 18:21

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Steven Lang said...

Well-worth a visit to understand more about Elizabeth Gaskell (writer of "North and South" and "Cranford", among others). Information boards explain her significance as a literary figure, and the House is a Grade II* listed building. Posted on May 08 2007 16:47

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Manchester

The complete Manchester gig guide plus our pick of the latest albums & singles.

Gaskell House

84 Plymouth Grove, Ardwick

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