Welcome to Chetham’s Library. Hidden in the heart of Manchester city centre, many walk past without even an inkling of the incredible treasures that lie inside. Sitting within the grounds of the world ...

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 ...

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 ...

Following successful events in 2021 and 2023, Manchester’s medieval faire returns to Chetham’s Library this September! Join us in celebrating Manchester’s medieval history with a unique day of fun for ...

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 ...

This event occured in December 2025. If you're looking for a upcoming event, try the links below: Join us for an exclusive after hours chance to explore the medieval stone passages, secret staircases ...

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 ...

The library has been open continuously since 1653, but had to close during the coronavirus pandemic Modern Manchester's medieval origins are to be celebrated in a festival to mark 600 years of its ...

If your image of Manchester is of one big Coronation Street, or, post-1996 bomb blast, all loft apartments, blond wood and café-bars, prepare to witness two sensational cultural and architectural gems ...