Tag Libraries

Light and Literature – Stourhead Library

Stourhead library is one of my favourite “big, old house” libraries. My favourite part of any big, old house always is the library (shocker), and frankly, a grand house without a library is just a waste of time. Stourhead in… Continue Reading →

A Tour of The British Library

If you’re going to visit a library, why not start with the top of the pile? The British Library in London runs daily behind-the-scenes tours lasting 60 minutes and costing just £10 (£8 if you’re a member) – bargain! The… Continue Reading →

Upton House Library

There are a few things you need for the perfect library… First, of course, books- -then a chair to sit in when you’re reading your books- -more books- -stairs so you can reach all your books- -a desk to sit… Continue Reading →

Finding Sanctuary in Libraries

For a large part of my life, libraries were my sanctuary. My parents were regular visitors and would take my brother and I in every few weeks. My child’s allocation of four books would rarely be enough, so I’d often… Continue Reading →

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