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The perfect historic setting for an intimate wedding in the heart of Manchester.
Situated just outside the hustle and bustle of Manchester City Centre, sits the former home of Manchester’s most famous Victorian writer, Elizabeth Gaskell. This beautifully restored Victorian house, with spectacular period rooms and villa style garden, provides a unique and stunning backdrop for your wedding celebrations.
Ceremonies can be held in the cosy book-lined study, the elegant drawing room, or the award-winning garden. Complete with Victorian furnishings and a boudoir grand piano, Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is perfect for couples wanting something special, intimate and with plenty of charm.
Following the ceremony, we can provide a drinks reception in the Victorian period rooms, including the dining room where Elizabeth wrote her famous stories and letters. Weather permitting, the beautifully restored garden with its mixed heritage and native planting schemes offers another option for your drinks reception and is a beautiful backdrop for wedding photographs.
Our light and airy basement includes the original servants' hall and kitchen, providing the perfect space for your wedding celebrations including wedding breakfast and reception.
Key information
- Our dedicated wedding coordinators will help you throughout the planning process.
- Couples have exclusive hire of the house on their wedding day.
- We only hold weddings on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
- We can accommodate wedding parties of up to 36 people. This includes the couple and 34 guests.
- Our bottle bar is available (minimum spend of £100) but all catering must be provided externally.
- Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is located just 1 mile from Manchester city centre.
- Up to 3 hours free on-street parking on weekdays and free all day at weekends.
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You are invited
The Wedding Team at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House request the pleasure of your company at their wedding open day on Saturday 14 September 2024.
Order of the day
This is the perfect opportunity to see the House as it would be on your special day. One of their wedding coordinators will give you a tour of the venue and provide details of their various packages. You can then explore the House further and speak to their dedicated wedding volunteers.
They will also be joined by some of their favourite suppliers including pianists, florists, photographers and caterers. Their Tea Room will be open on the day, serving drinks and sweet treats!
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Attendance is by appointment only. Enquire to book your 30 minute slot with one of their wedding coordinators.
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