Behind the Library scenes tour

The tour of Coventry Central Library in the centre of Coventry, will delve into the history of the building’s former life as the Locarno Ballroom where classic bands played and many a good time was had. The library hasn’t forgotten it’s musical past with Get It Loud In Libraries gigs happening throughout the year with up and coming artists. The tour will also cover all aspects of the library and how it functions, including access to areas not usually accessible to the public. The library has recently been host to Queen Camilla, then The Duchess of Cornwall, where she launched the One Million Reads challenge and even read a story during her visit in May 2021.

Timings & Tours

Monday 09 September:

11am

Tuesday 10 September:

2pm

Friday 13 September:

10am

Location & directions

Central Library & Reference Library, 17 Smithford Way, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 1FY

Directions:

Right in the middle of City Centre, upper floors

Contact on day:

Maddie Marshall and Ewa Gmiter

Telephone number:

+447956511426

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

No specific conditions Call Libray on 02476782314, or email: [email protected]

Booking contact name:

Ewa Gmiter or Maddie Marshall

Booking telephone number:

+442476832314

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking opens:

12 Aug 2024 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

Some of the areas are only accessible by stairs

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

10

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s)

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