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Chetham's Library dates from 1653 and is the oldest surviving public library in the English-speaking world. The beautiful seventeenth-century interior is housed in well-preserved sandstone college buildings dating back to 1421. Open Monday-Friday 9-12.30 and 1.30-4.30.

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Disabled Access Information Provided by Chetham's Library

Disabled Access at Chetham's Library

Access is through a security barrier and over a cobbled/paved yard. The Library itself is up two short flights of stairs but parts of the medieval buildings on the ground floor may be accessible with care for wheelchair users. Library readers can have full access to materials in the ground floor reading room area.

Accessible parking at Chetham's Library

Parking for disabled visitors is sometimes possible dependent on availability and must be booked in advance.

Dedicated on site parking

Toilets features at Chetham's Library

There are toilets on the ground floor but these are not suitable for full access by wheelchair users.

Accessible toilet

A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements is available within the main public areas.