Puffins, Penguins and Ladybirds: Summer Family Fun

Family friendly

A stack of children's books with penguins, ladybirds and puffins figures.
Image credit: Elizabeth Gaskell's House

Celebrate the National Year of Reading with a summer of family fun at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House.

Follow the Puffins, Penguins and Ladybirds trail as you explore the House, then relax in the cosy reading corner with its free book swap. Children can also make a puffin beak, design their own book cover, and enjoy traditional garden games.

All activities are self-led, so you can explore at your own pace and make a day of your visit. Kids go free with a paying adult. Just book your general ticket for the day you want to visit and join in as much as you like.

Open Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, 11am–4:30pm (last entry 3pm).
Adult admission is £8.50 (valid for 12 months) and children go free with a paying adult.

Plan your visit

84 Plymouth Grove
Manchester,
Greater Manchester,
M13 9LW
Mon
Closed
Tue
Closed
Wed
11:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu
11:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri
Closed
Sat
Closed
Sun
11:00 am - 4:30 pm

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