Leeds Library, Leeds
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Facts and practical information
The Leeds Library is the oldest surviving subscription library of its type in the UK. It was founded in 1768, following an advertisement placed in the Leeds Intelligencer earlier that year. The first secretary was Joseph Priestley. In 1779, James Boswell wrote, "In Leeds, where one would not expect it, there is a very good public library, where strangers are treated with great civility." ()
Coordinates: 53°47'51"N, 1°32'40"W
Getting there by public transportation
Public transportation stops near this location
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Bus
- Calculate routeCity Square G 3 min walk
- Calculate routeCity Square H 3 min walk
- Calculate routeCity Square I 3 min walk
- Calculate routeTrinity Q 3 min walk
- Calculate routeLeeds 7 min walk
- Calculate routeLeeds Water Taxi Dock 16 min walk
Day trips
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Leeds Library?
Nearby attractions include Commercial Street, Leeds (1 min walk), Briggate, Leeds (3 min walk), Holy Trinity Church, Leeds (3 min walk), Mill Hill Chapel, Leeds (3 min walk).
How to get to Leeds Library by public transport?
The nearest stations to Leeds Library:
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- City Square G • Lines: 1, 33, 34 (3 min walk)
- City Square H • Lines: 444, 446 (3 min walk)
Train
- Leeds (7 min walk)
Ferry
- Leeds Water Taxi Dock • Lines: Leeds Dock Water Taxi (16 min walk)
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