Bronte School House

Cowan Bridge School, now the Bronte School House

Bronte School House

Where is it – England, North West England

Who looks after it –  Private - not open to the public 

What is it –  Curiosity, Literary 

When is it from – Georgian

Bronte House School used to be Cowan Bridge School for clergymen’s daughters. Famously attended by the Bronte sisters, it is now a row of cottages, one of which has been restored and is available as a holiday let. The school appears to have been a horrendously cruel and unhealthy place – the two older sisters, Maria and Elizabeth, died aged 10 and 11 in 1825 having allegedly contracted tuberculosis there. The school moved to Casterton in 1833. Charlotte drew on her experiences at Cowan Bridge to create Lowood School in Jane Eyre. Originally built in the 18th century, the property has been much altered.

Unless staying there, it is not open to the public but can be viewed from the road. There is a plaque on the gable end of the building, recording the association with the Brontes.

 


Address

Bronte Cottages, Cowan Bridge, Lancashire LA6 2HS 

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