Tour of the historic chained library which is the second largest chained library in England with is excess of 400 volumes. Established in 1685 the library has a wide variety of both theological and secular books covering subjects such as politics, philosophy, medicine and architecture.
Access is via a 26 step spiral staircase. If you are unable to climb the stairs but would like to know more about the library a presentation in Church House is available.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1245
- Monday 15 September:
- 1245
Location & directions
Full directions and meeting point available on ticket, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21
- Directions:
- There is no parking at the Minster but there are car parks close by. Kings Street Car park being the closest.
- Contact on day:
- Dorset Architectural Heritage Week
- Telephone number:
- +441202888992
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Please book via www.ticketsource.co.uk/dahw2025
- Booking contact name:
- Dorset Architectural Heritage Week
- Booking telephone number:
- +441202888992
- Booking email:
- [email protected]
- Booking website:
- https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/dahw2025
- Booking opens:
- 01 Aug 2025 11:00 AM
- Booking closes:
- 12 Sep 2025 12:00 PM
Accessibility details
Access to the chained library is via a 26-step spiral staircase.
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 10
- Est. tour duration:
-
1 hour(s)
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