Ushaw Library is home to the archives and rare book collections of @ushawdurham, managed by @ushawdurham. Monthly tours take place, come see us!
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Donโt miss the chance to explore the magnificent space through self-guided discovery. ๐
๐๏ธ Sun 19 & Mon 20 April, 10am -
๐๏ธ Booking essential: ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bโฆ
#LibraryMagic #Library #Books @UshawLibrary
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Inside a Discover Big Library Day ๐
See it for yourself on Sun 19 & Mon 20 April: ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bโฆ
@ThisisDurham
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Witness more books, more space, more stories and experience Ushawโs Big Library this March & April ๐
๐ Sun 8 & Mon 9 March | Sun 19 & Mon 20 April 2026
๐ซ ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bโฆ
#Library #Books #Book @thisisdurham
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Ushawโs Big Library houses over 50,000 volumes, including unique early manuscripts and rare first editions
๐๏ธ Sun 8 & Mon 9 March | Sun 19 & Mon 20 April 2026
๐๏ธ ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bโฆ
#Library #Books #Book @ThisisDurham
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Ushaw Library retweeted
In our latest Big Library open weekend, weโre putting the spotlight on our incredible literature collection, featuring works from J.R.R. Tolkien and the Romantic poets Byron and Shelley. โ๏ธ๐
๐๏ธ Booking essential: ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bโฆ
@ThisisDurham
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Described by historian Eamon Duffy as โunquestionably the most important Catholic library in Britainโ, this is your chance to explore Big Library.
๐ Thurs 29 & Fri 29 January
๐๏ธ ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bโฆ
#Books #Library @ThisisDurham
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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 Ushawโs immensely important library collection.
Discover more: ushaw.org/whatson/the-converโฆ
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Ushaw Library retweeted
Thereโs limited tickets left to see the stunning ๐ฉ๐๐ ๐ณ๐๐๐๐๐๐ tomorrow and Saturday ๐
Book your place: ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bโฆโจโจ#Library #Books #Bookstagram
@ThisisDurham
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Following the incredible response to our August opening, weโre delighted to announce that Ushawโs Big Library will open its doors once again, this time across two days: Friday 21 and Saturday 22 November ๐
Book for this weekend : ushaw.org/whatson/discover-bโฆ @ThisisDurham
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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 ๐
Discover more: ushaw.org/whatson/a-library-โฆ
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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
๐๏ธ ushaw.org/whatson/a-library-โฆ
#BigLibrary #HiddenGems #Library #Bookstagram
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Ushaw Library retweeted
A ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐'๐ haven.
For one day only, the Big Library โ one of the North Eastโs most significant hidden literary spaces โ will open its doors to the public.
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Saturday 9 August, 10am - 3:30pm
๐ซ ushaw.org/whatson/festival-oโฆ
@ThisisDurham @UshawLibrary @CultureCounty
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29 Jul 2025
๐ Get ready for a magical day of stories, imagination and creativity at @ushawdurhamโs 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
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Ushaw Library retweeted
Step into history, one page at a time as on Saturday 9 August, for the first time in Ushawโs history, the doors to our magnificent Big Library will be open to the public ๐
Discover more: ushaw.org/whatson/festival-oโฆ
#Library #Books @ThisisDurham @Historic_Houses @UshawLibrary
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Ushaw Library retweeted
โจ 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 โ for one day only.
Find out more at: ushaw.org/whatson/festival-oโฆ
#Durham #Books
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We're delighted to receive funding from MD North to support vital conservation work in @UshawLibrary. With their help, we welcomed conservator Gloria Conti ๐
Take a look behind the scenes in our video showing the work that is going into this project. #Books @Historic_Houses
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Did you know? Ushawโs vast collection of books spans theology, philosophy, art, and history, with some rare volumes dating back centuries! ๐
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Catch our friends Lone Wolf Vision on @BBCTwo tomorrow! ๐บ
Former Strictly dancer @JManrara meets up with Robson Green at Ushaw, as they seek out things to do in north east England to relax, recharge and reset. ๐
#Ushawesome #NorthEast #Durham
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