There is something charmed and indestructible about Chetham’s Library, the oldest surviving public library in Britain. Founded in 1653, it sits in the shadow of the Manchester Arena on one side and ...

Chetham’s Library in the UK, the oldest public library in native English countries, holds some of the world’s historical manuscripts and archives, including a golden-embroidered Quran manuscript ...

The oldest public library in the English-speaking world has reopened after the longest closure in its history. The cornanvirus pandemic meant Chetham's Library in Manchester had been closed for the ...

The books at Chetham’s Library have a rich binding history. To launch our new theme, ‘Unbound’, we will be hosting this Inside the Library session, highlighting books with unusual or interesting ...

Located in Chetham’s School of Music and known by the locals affectionately as ‘Chets’, the whole experience of visiting here is rather unique. First, some of the oldest part of the buildings that you ...

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Manchester is known more for its industrial past and football clubs. Few know that that the city has some of the best museums and libraries in the UK, outside of London. Founded in 1653, Chetham's ...

Looking for somewhere a little different to tie the knot? Well now you can book in to exchange your vows at Chetham’s Library, one of Manchester’s oldest buildings. Couples now have a unique ...

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