Library and Reading Room Open Day
Reading Room, Palace Yard, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 9BJ
This is an opportunity to visit the cathedral's modern lending and reference library, the Reading Room. The event marks the 30th anniversary of the opening of the new library building.
Meet the librarian and archivist who work to protect and promote the cathedral's centuries of history. The team will share stories of the library past and present, through displays of select archive materials, books and photographs. Linking to the 'In Print' exhibition in the Mappa Mundi and Chained Library Museum, the open day will give a window into the magic of printing and showcase the Library's Adana printing press.
Timings
- Saturday 19 September:
- 1000-1400
Location & directions
Reading Room, Palace Yard, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR4 9BJ
- Directions:
- Please follow the pink Heritage Open Day banners! Head to the west end of the cathedral, just off Broad Street, where you'll see signage to direct you to the Reading Room door. Ring the buzzer and we'll welcome you in!
- Contact on day:
- Library Team
- Telephone number:
- +441432374225
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The Reading Room is accessed via stairs or a lift which can fit a wheelchair. Due to the artefacts on display, unfortuantely we cannot permit assistance dogs into the reading room, but they are welcome elsewhere on the cathedral site. There is an accessible toilet near the cathedral cafe and in the library building.
