
Ushaw Library is home to the archives and rare book collections of @ushawdurham, managed by @ushawdurham. Monthly tours take place, come see us!
Ushaw House & Gardens, Durham
Joined April 2015
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Ushaw Library retweeted
ASMR but with Big Library? How could you refuse π
See @UshawLibrary on the first Friday of the month π
ποΈ ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bβ¦
#ASMR #Library @Pugin_awn
Ushaw Library retweeted
π° π©ππ π³ππππππ is in @thetimes today as we celebrate the 175th anniversary of the stunning space π
π·: James Glossop / The Times and The Sunday Times
#Library #Books @UshawLibrary @ThisisDurham
Ushaw Library retweeted
Donβt miss the chance to explore the magnificent space through self-guided discovery. π
ποΈ Sun 19 & Mon 20 April, 10am -
ποΈ Booking essential: ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bβ¦
#LibraryMagic #Library #Books @UshawLibrary
Ushaw Library retweeted
Inside a Discover Big Library Day π
See it for yourself on Sun 19 & Mon 20 April: ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bβ¦
@ThisisDurham
Ushaw Library retweeted
Witness more books, more space, more stories and experience Ushawβs Big Library this March & April π
π Sun 8 & Mon 9 March | Sun 19 & Mon 20 April 2026
π« ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bβ¦
#Library #Books #Book @thisisdurham
Ushaw Library retweeted
Ushawβs Big Library houses over 50,000 volumes, including unique early manuscripts and rare first editions
ποΈ Sun 8 & Mon 9 March | Sun 19 & Mon 20 April 2026
ποΈ ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bβ¦
#Library #Books #Book @ThisisDurham
Ushaw Library retweeted
In our latest Big Library open weekend, weβre putting the spotlight on our incredible literature collection, featuring works from J.R.R. Tolkien and the Romantic poets Byron and Shelley. βοΈπ
ποΈ Booking essential: ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bβ¦
@ThisisDurham
Ushaw Library retweeted
Described by historian Eamon Duffy as βunquestionably the most important Catholic library in Britainβ, this is your chance to explore Big Library.
π Thurs 29 & Fri 29 January
ποΈ ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bβ¦
#Books #Library @ThisisDurham
Ushaw Library retweeted
join Ushaw Librarian, Mathew Watson at The Conversation Room on 14 January.
Mathew will offer an exclusive insight into some of the most compelling and significant publications housed within Ushawβs immensely important library collection.
Discover more: ushaw.org/whatson/the-converβ¦
Ushaw Library retweeted
Thereβs limited tickets left to see the stunning π©ππ π³ππππππ tomorrow and Saturday π
Book your place: ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bβ¦β¨β¨#Library #Books #Bookstagram
@ThisisDurham
Ushaw Library retweeted
Following the incredible response to our August opening, weβre delighted to announce that Ushawβs Big Library will open its doors once again, this time across two days: Friday 21 and Saturday 22 November π
Book for this weekend : ushaw.org/whatson/discover-b⦠@ThisisDurham
Ushaw Library retweeted
Looking for a last minute thing to do tomorrow? Enjoy special access to the magnificent Big Library, a breathtaking space designed by Joseph Hansom π
Discover more: ushaw.org/whatson/a-library-β¦
Ushaw Library retweeted
Your chance for a curated viewing of up to 20 fascinating books and archival treasures in @UshawLibrary awaits.
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Fri 10 & Sat 18 October
ποΈ ushaw.org/whatson/a-library-β¦
#BigLibrary #HiddenGems #Library #Bookstagram
Ushaw Library retweeted
A πππππππππ'π haven.
For one day only, the Big Library β one of the North Eastβs most significant hidden literary spaces β will open its doors to the public.
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Saturday 9 August, 10am - 3:30pm
π« ushaw.org/whatson/festival-oβ¦
@ThisisDurham @UshawLibrary @CultureCounty
Ushaw Library retweeted
π Get ready for a magical day of stories, imagination and creativity at @ushawdurhamβs Festival of Books - Saturday 9 August.
Step into a world of wonder with live performances, creative crafts, activities, inspiring workshops and more! lnk.bio/s/33ea8 #lovedurham
Ushaw Library retweeted
Step into history, one page at a time as on Saturday 9 August, for the first time in Ushawβs history, the doors to our magnificent Big Library will be open to the public π
Discover more: ushaw.org/whatson/festival-oβ¦
#Library #Books @ThisisDurham @Historic_Houses @UshawLibrary
Ushaw Library retweeted
β¨ Just Announced: Discover the Big Library at Ushaw!
As part of our Festival of Books day on Saturday 9 August 2025, enjoy a rare and exclusive opportunity to explore our stunning Big Library β for one day only.
Find out more at: ushaw.org/whatson/festival-oβ¦
#Durham #Books
Ushaw Library retweeted
We're delighted to receive funding from MD North to support vital conservation work in @UshawLibrary. With their help, we welcomed conservator Gloria Conti π
Take a look behind the scenes in our video showing the work that is going into this project. #Books @Historic_Houses




















