Venue Description

Elizabeth Gaskell's House is a historic house and museum that celebrates the life and literature of Elizabeth Gaskell, one of the UK’s most important Victorian writers. The House is a hands-on experience that will introduce you to the world of the writer Elizabeth Gaskell and her family through historic period rooms, Victorian style garden, expert guides and changing exhibitions. Family trails and dressing-up available for younger visitors, and activities during the school holidays. The House is open Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. 11-4.30pm (last entry 3pm / Tea Room closes at 4pm). (Wednesday and Thursday afternoons, outside of school holidays, are the quietest times to visit.) Admission - £7 (under 16s free of charge. Carers free of charge.) Tickets valid for 12 months.

Accessibility

The House and Garden are 100% physically accessible to our visitors; Lift to all floors Wheelchair and pushchair access ramp at the side of the House Accessible toilets on the ground and first floor Limited parking space for blue badge holders. Please phone us 0161 273 2215 to reserve Assistance dogs welcome Braille copy of the House guide book is available on request at the welcome desk We welcome visitors with physical, sensory and learning disabilities. Our team will do all they can to ensure that your visit is both comfortable and enjoyable. If you have questions regarding your visit or would like more specific information please email enquiries@elizabethgaskellhouse.co.uk

Access Statement

Access Statement Link: https://elizabethgaskellhouse.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/EGH-Accessibility-Statement-1.pdf

Accessible Performances

Quiet times to visit are promoted on the website.

Awards List

Elizabeth Gaskell's House is free to members of the Historic Houses Association. Membership cards must be shown.

Toilets

There are accessible toilets on the ground and first floor of the House.

Staff

Information about the staff has not been added for this venue.

Assistance dog facilities

Other assistance dog facilities

Assistance dogs are welcome in the House and garden.