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Literary and Philosophical Society of Newcastle upon Tyne

Last modified: 21/7/2010

23 Westgate Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE11SE

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Description

Grade II* purpose built library building, opened in 1825. Houses the 160,000 book collection of the Lit and Phil. Rooms largely unchanged since the building opened.

Public Transport Details

Close to Newcastle Central Station, Metro and bus stops.

Opening Times

Thursday 9th September: 0930-1900, Tours 1000, 1100, 1400, 1500
Friday 10th September: 0930-1700, Tours 1000, 1100, 1400, 1500
Saturday 11th September: 0930-1300, Tours 0945, 1015, 1045, 1115, 1145

Pre-Booking Required

Tours must be booked in advance on 0191 232 0192 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). (Bookings open from Aug 2nd).

Access

There is a stairlift from ground floor to main library rooms.

Event Specially Put on for HODs Limited Capacity Toilets on Site Refreshments Available on Site Heritage Lottery Fund Key to symbols

Additional Information

Max 20 per tour.

Organised By

Newcastle City Council

Website

http://www.twhods.org.uk

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