Chetham's Library

What we suggest

• See Chetham’s Library

Admission days and times

• Monday - Friday: 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 12:00 pm, 14:00 pm 15:00 pm and 16:00

Why we think you should go
See the beautiful Chetham’s Library! This building has been in continuous use as a free public library for over 350 years. It is housed in a beautiful sandstone building dating from 1421 which was built to accommodate the priests of Manchester’s Collegiate Church. The Library began acquiring books in August 1655, and has been adding to its collections ever since! As well as a fine collection of early printed books you'll be able to see collections including a wealth of ephemera, manuscript diaries, letters and deeds, prints, paintings and glass lantern slides!

• Entry to the Library is free, but they ask for a suggested minimum donation of £3