The Manchester Literary Tour
On the eve of Elizabeth Gaskell’s birthday, join a guided stroll through Manchester’s literary history. From Gaskell and Dickens to Carol Ann Duffy and Howard Jacobson, explore the city’s rich cultural heritage and the writers shaped by its industrial past.
This tour also celebrates the artists, actors, politicians, and musicians who have left their mark on Manchester, including Anthony Burgess, Christabel Pankhurst, and Friedrich Engels.
The locations remain a surprise, but your expert guide will weave stories and quotes to bring Manchester’s literary figures to life, offering a glimpse into the places that influenced their work.
Offered languages: English
Highlights
- Learn about Manchester’s literary heritage
- Visit many sites where influential writers lived and worked
- Listen to fascinating tales about well-known writers from – or adopted by – Manchester
- Hear well-known – and less well known – literary quotes
- Enjoy the element of surprise, with most sites of interest kept secret until the day
What's included
- A walking tour of Manchester, led by a knowledgeable and experienced tour guide
- Food and drink
- Transportation to and from the walking tour
- Umbrellas
Cancellation policy
You may cancel or modify your booking up to 24 hours before the event start time for a full refund.
