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It was founded in 1768 as a proprietary subscription library and is now the oldest surviving example of this sort of library in the British Isles. It boasts Joseph Priestley (1733-1804) as one of its original subscribers. The collections are particularly rich in travel, topography, biography, history and literature. There are long runs of periodicals, popular novels, children’s books and Civil War pamphlets and Reformation Tracts. About 1,500 new books and audio/visual items are added every year most of which are recommended by the members. A large proportion of the Library’s holdings is available for loan to its members. The Library became a charity on 1 July 2008.
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Name: The Leeds Library
Phone: 01132453071
Venue short url: https://www.skiddle.com/venues/84405/
Type of venue: Other
Dress code: No dress code
Opening hours: 9.30am-6pm
Food served: No
Parking: Several multi storey car parks within short walking distance including on Lands Lane
Nearest Train Station: leeds train station
Address: 18 Commercial Street, Leeds, LS1 6AL
Website: http://www.theleedslibrary.org.uk
Capacity: 90
Ambiance: Chilled, Quirky, Different, The hidden gem of Leeds
Clientele: All welcome aged 18 plus who love literature, storytelling, comedy and performance
Drinks served: Alcoholic and Non Alcoholic refreshments are available
Disabled facilities: The Leeds Library has a stair lift to the event space.
Nearest Bus Stop: Boar Lane and City Square
