Christina Rossetti and Ellen Heaton blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Ellen Heaton (1816-94) lived in 6 Woodhouse Square from 1859-94. She was an influential Pre-Raphaelite art patron and an active campaigner for women's rights, education, health, environmental issues and anti-vivisection. Her friend, the poet Christina Rossetti, stayed here. Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.

Ellen Heaton (1816-94) was a significant Pre-Raphaelite art patron and advocate for various social causes including women's rights and animal welfare. Christina Rossetti, a renowned Victorian poet known for her religious and romantic works, was a close friend who stayed at Heaton’s residence in London.