Plaque

Mrs Gaskell

Inscription

L.C.C.
Mrs Gaskell (1810-1865) novelist, born here

Site: Mrs Gaskell (1 memorial)

SW10, Cheyne Walk, 93

At the time of her birth, the address was Belle Vue House, Lindsey Row.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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