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Chetham's Library Oldest Public Library


  • Chetham's library M3 1SB Manchester, England, M3 4FP United Kingdom (map)

Chetham's Library: Oldest Public Library in Britain

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Summary

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£6.5+

Opening times:

Mon - Sat: 11:00–16:00

Sun: closed

Reviews:

4.5 from 150+ users

About

Step into Chetham’s Library (almost 400 years old) the oldest public library in the English-speaking world. A library that has been designated as having national and international importance.

From the stunning architecture to the shelves lined with books dating back to the 1300s, every corner tells a story.

Walk in the footsteps of monks, discover quirky details like ancient cat flaps, and feel the magic of centuries-old knowledge.A must see place for lovers of history, books and medieval architecture.

Directions

Location Info (Minimal)
M3 1SB (see on map)
0.1 miles from Manchester Victoria tram

Reviews

4.5 from 150+ fans (source: Google reviews)

‘‘The tour guide was super knowledgeable and friendly. I was worried about this being a guided tour, as sometimes you get rushed through….’’

Review by Rebecca Dowson

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What we think:

Try visiting the library during darker evening hours to get the real Harry Potter vibes. Overall the library has a beautiful history but is quite small and well cute

 
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