84 Plymouth Grove, Manchester

Name: 84 Plymouth Grove
Address: Manchester, United Kingdom

#193 among attractions in Manchester

Museum, History museum

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84 Plymouth Grove, now known as Elizabeth Gaskell's House, is a writer's house museum in Manchester. The Grade II* listed neoclassical villa was the residence of William and Elizabeth Gaskell from 1850 till their deaths in 1884 and 1865 respectively. The Gaskell household continued to occupy the villa after the deaths of Elizabeth and William. The death of Elizabeth Gaskell's daughter, Margaret Emily "Meta" Gaskell, in 1913, brought to an end the Gaskells' residence there. ()

Completed: 1838 (186 years ago)Architectural style: NeoclassicismCoordinates: 53°27'50"N, 2°13'27"W

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ArdwickManchester United Kingdom

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84 Plymouth Grove – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Manchester Aquatics Centre, Manchester Museum, Elizabeth Gaskell's House, Whitworth Art Gallery.

0.6 miNW
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Manchester Aquatics Centre, Manchester
16 min walk • The Manchester Aquatics Centre is a renowned swimming facility located in the bustling city of Manchester, United Kingdom. Established for the 2002 Commonwealth Games, this premier aquatic venue has since become a cornerstone for both competitive swimming and community...
0.4 miW
Key ethnography and natural history venue
Manchester Museum, Manchester
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Manchester, the Manchester Museum stands as a beacon of knowledge and culture in this bustling UK city. This esteemed institution, part of the University of Manchester, offers a diverse collection that spans natural history, archaeology...
~690 ftE
Museum
Elizabeth Gaskell's House, Manchester
4 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Manchester, Elizabeth Gaskell's House stands as a cultural tribute to one of the 19th century's most important literary figures. This beautifully restored Victorian property was once the home of the famous novelist Elizabeth Gaskell...
~1730 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Manchester's academic corridor, the Whitworth Art Gallery stands as a cultural beacon, inviting art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike to explore its rich collections. Established in 1889 as part of the University of Manchester, the Whitworth...
0.4 miN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester
11 min walk • The O₂ Apollo Manchester is a concert venue in Ardwick Green, Manchester, England. It is a Grade II listed building, with a capacity of 3,500.
0.6 miSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Christ Church, Manchester
15 min walk • Christ Church in Lloyd Street North, Moss Side, Manchester, England, is an Anglican church of 1899–1904 by W. Cecil Hardisty. It was designated a Grade II* listed building on 24 April 1987.
0.4 miSE
Historical place
Victoria Baths, Manchester
11 min walk • Victoria Baths is a Grade II* listed building, in the Chorlton-on-Medlock area of Manchester, in northwest England. The Baths opened to the public in 1906 and cost £59,144 to build.
0.9 miNE
53°28'10"N • 2°12'14"W
Manchester Climbing Centre, Manchester
24 min walk • Sport complex, Climbing
0.9 miN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
The Warehouse Project, Manchester
25 min walk • The Warehouse Project is a series of club nights organised in Greater Manchester, England, since 2006. Unlike most other clubs, it has a limited seasonal approach rather than running all year.
~1600 ftW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Manchester Academy, Manchester
8 min walk • The Manchester Academy is composed of four concert venues, located on the campus of the University of Manchester, in Manchester, England. The four venues are: Academy 1, 2 and 3 and Club Academy.
~1480 ftW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Church of the Holy Name of Jesus, Manchester
8 min walk • The Church of the Holy Name of Jesus on Oxford Road, Manchester, England was designed by Joseph A. Hansom and built between 1869 and 1871. The tower, designed by Adrian Gilbert Scott, was erected in 1928 in memory of Fr Bernard Vaughan, SJ.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to 84 Plymouth Grove?

Nearby attractions include Elizabeth Gaskell's House, Manchester (4 min walk), Pankhurst Centre, Manchester (4 min walk), Chorlton-on-Medlock, Manchester (7 min walk), Church of the Holy Name of Jesus, Manchester (8 min walk).

How to get to 84 Plymouth Grove by public transport?

The nearest stations to 84 Plymouth Grove:

Bus

Chorlton upon Medlock, Plymouth Grove / outside Blood Centre • Lines: 191, 197 (2 min walk)
Upper Brook St/Grafton St • Lines: 50 (2 min walk)

Train

Ardwick (18 min walk)
Manchester Piccadilly (25 min walk)

Tram

Piccadilly • Lines: Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, Mcuk, Picc (24 min walk)
St. Peter's Square • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (32 min walk)