About Gladstone'S Library
We are currently closed but hoping to welcome back visitors soon! Stay safe, stay in!
Gladstone's Library is one of a kind - a residential library and meeting place dedicated to dialogue, debate and learning for open-minded individuals and groups.
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Did you know we offer a 20% discount for students, clergy and members of the Society of Authors? We also offer scholarships and bursaries so there are many different opportunities for you to take advantage of to ensure that you can stay with us http://ow.ly/OR5H30leu7i
As you know, you can already come to Gladstone's Library for Sunday Lunch. However, we now ALSO offer Sunday evening dinner for the local community! And to top it off, you'll receive a glass of wine or soft drink #FREE with every dinner you have! How's that for a good deal?! http://ow.ly/QYTC50i8SKJ
There are few things more beautiful than a library 😍 We hope they remember us next time!! http://ow.ly/ZjRx50i9ptE
Did you know you can buy Day Tickets for #Gladfest18? Have a choice of five different Gladfest talks, eat at our yummy bistro, enjoy live music at the Fringe... there's so much you can do when you spend the day with us! http://ow.ly/UMB650i8tAd
'De Waal excels at bringing out the humanity of characters leading small lives on the fringe of huge social and political forces, struggling bravely not to be crushed by them. The “trick to time” is that it can expand or contract at will, and in creating a mature heroine with decades of history, De Waal has herself performed a feat of skilful compression' - the Guardian
Kit De Waal will be at #Gladfest18 next month talking about her 2016 best seller and Kerry Irish Novel of the Year Award winner My Name is Leon, and this year’s extraordinary follow up The Trick to Time. Tickets are only £7 so don’t miss out! http://ow.ly/bD7U30lcuSD
#Gladfest18 is coming very soon! One month to go until some of the best writers in the UK are right here at Gladstone's Library giving talks and workshops, answering your questions and signing books!
Gladfest has been one of the highlight of the Gladstone's literary calendar for six years now and it only gets better each time. We still have a handful of tickets left for select events so don't miss out on our wonderful speakers and the free events at the Gladfest Fringe!
As a charity, every single penny you donate goes towards our day-to-day running costs and helps to keep those beautiful library doors OPEN!
So next time you stop by, pop a pound in the box, or donate via our website, and help keep our collection cared for and accessible to all! http://ow.ly/aN3w30lfxQJ
Penny Boxall reads her poem, The Warning Man. We can't wait to hear Penny reading poems from her new collection, Who Goes There?, which she will launch at #Gladfest18 http://ow.ly/vr0g30leIqd
Don't miss out on Peter Moore's talk on Endeavour: The Ship and the Attitude that Changed the World, his inventive biography of one of the most famous ships of all time – from the oak tree it was made from to its last voyage in the American War of Independence.
Tickets are only £7 and there are just five of them left! http://ow.ly/ddvY30letbX
We're hiring! We're looking to recruit a part-time assistant for our Food For Thought bistro, and the deadline is 14th August, so get applying!
Go to http://ow.ly/KbF650i8RmS to find out more, and if you think this is the job for you, please send your CV and covering letter to jane.jones@gladlib.org.
GOOD LUCK!
Our display case in the Reading Rooms this month will feature some of our most beautiful books with the theme of Victorian book design! Make sure to pay us a visit and learn a a little something about the history of our books! http://ow.ly/UmLr50i8ohe
'What is left of us when the day's work is done, the children grown, and all our choices have been made?' Hear Malachy Tallack talk about his intriguing debut novel at #Gladfest18 http://ow.ly/xNTd50i8nXT
Endeavour: The Ship and Attitude that Changed the World is the follow up to Peter Moore's 2015 Sunday Times bestseller, The Weather Experiment.
Hear all about the most important ship in the history of British exploration, and the people and nations she connected, at Peter's talk at #Gladfest18 this September. Tickets just £7! http://ow.ly/D6ra30kZh8J
Tomorrow is 1st August which means that #Gladfest18 is just over one month away! The highlight of the Gladstone’s Library calendar for the last six years, this year’s festival looks set to be our best yet! With some of the UK’s finest literary talent delivering a programme of unique talks and workshops you won’t find anywhere else, this promises to be a remarkable event and an absolute must for book lovers!
Follow the link and check out all the wonderful speakers coming to Gladfest this September (some events are already SOLD OUT so grab your tickets while you can!) http://ow.ly/ljZ530lcnMg
Have you seen inside our beautiful Reading Rooms yet? Visit us at 12pm, 2pm or 4pm any day of the week for a Glimpse or join as a Reader to work inside them - both FREE of charge! http://ow.ly/RFgg30l5Lto
'Melissa Harrison's All Among the Barley is an incredible evocation of one particular corner of rural England in the 1930s. Powerful and subtle and richly detailed, this is a book that inhabits its territory, knows its people, and follows its own haunting logic. Some of the great themes of English life are tackled here – class division, the patriarchy, folklore and psychosis, creeping fascism – but rather than being simply ticked off they are instead woven into the narr...ative with great subtlety and beauty. I've been following Melissa Harrison's work with interest for some time now, and with this novel she's done what I've long suspected she would: she's written a masterpiece.' - Jon McGregor, author of Reservoir 13.
Catch Melissa Harrison talking about her new novel, All Among the Barley, at #Gladfest18. Tickets are priced at £7 - book ahead to avoid disappointment! http://ow.ly/2U9m50i5nPk
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We're so excited for our Greek in a Week course to begin today! Good luck and fair sailing to everyone embarking on this week-long adventure of learning! http://ow.ly/15qJ30l7SFf
Reason #1809 why libraries should never be closed...the views 😍 #libraries #swoon
From bombing pillarboxes to slashing great works of art, hear about these rebellious women in Diane Atkinson's thrilling talk at #Gladfest18 this September!
Rise Up, Women! http://ow.ly/pdhC50i4URW
Thank you to Bring Me & BuzzFeed for making this incredible video about Gladstone's Library!
For more information: www.gladstoneslibrary.org
Wow, what a truly stunning place a true hidden gem. I can't wait to go again and feel very fortunate that this will be a regular visit for me for the next couple of years �
The staff are so friendly and accommodating and the whole place feels like a big hug.
Went for lunch with Trev. A beautiful building and the food in the cafe is delicious and reasonable. Well worth a visit.
We went to gladstone's library last week for my birthday. We had afternoon tea. My son his new wife and baby son visiting from Australia and my husband all had a fantastic day. The library is so magical. The grounds so beautiful and the afternoon tea was so gorgeous. The staff, so kind, friendly and helpful. I have recommended it to my friends. I can't wait to go again
Very interesting and super awesome. If only there was something like that here. What a beautiful library � How much a night is this? Checkout is?
This was such a delight. I was brought here as a surprise by my daughter for my 50th birthday and I was amazed. Not only had I not realised that there was a library here, but to be able to come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of this historic building along with a glimpse of Gladstone's library - a must-see for everyone!! The food was excellent; staff were pleasant and helpful and all-in-all, a fantastic couple of hours. I would highly recommend this place to anybody visiting the area and especially to locals, like me, who have yet to experience this undiscovered treasure.
The kind of place you go to when you need to feed your soul. Magical...Harry Potter meets Inspector Morse. Staff lovely too. Not sure if I should say too many good things as I kinda want to keep this place to myself 😊🙊.
Such an absolute pleasure staying here. It is brimming with history and great energy. The building is beautiful and the reading rooms are utterly inspiring. The food and drink followed suit; simple but perfect for me. I cannot wait to come for other visits with other library nerds such as myself.
Our dream me and my husband to go there woow amazing �
Oh my GOD... is that true? I would spend my life here...
I love you Gladstone Library....
OMG!!! The ultimate trip! What’s not to love?! Book,books, books!...a beautiful setting!... so much more!...and in Wales!
My dream to go there once =)
maybe in summer
It's so lovey and silent, staff are very friendly everybody respects one another. I've managed to do so much more work here than at my own university library. Wifi is great and free � restaurant is lovely.
Just wish I'd known about this place sooner
Incredible place fantastic surroundings, the library has a peaceful aura about it, staff Incredibly kind throughout our stay and the photo shoot thank you so much!
I'm privileged to have Gladstone's Library on my doorstep. Well, actually, it's an hour's drive away but I thoroughly enjoyed popping up there on Sunday to spend an hour listening to Nadene Ghouri talk about the three memoirs she's ghostwritten. Gladstone's is an excellent resource in so many ways.
I knew this was going to be a great visit. Staying overnight in a library in Wales? How could that not be good. However, I was unprepared for just how wonderful it is. Beyond the library itself, which is amazing the building and grounds are gorgeous, the nearby church is fantastic, there are a few statues about that I really enjoyed, the food was great, the staff was great, our accommodations were perfect and the common areas were so lush with big comfy couches, fires, throws and pillows an honesty bar and just wonderful atmosphere all around. I can't imagine anyone not having a wonderful time here.
I have just come to the end of my scholarship here at Gladstone, and I would like to offer that the people are as wonderful as the environment they nurture. Gladstone is a unique place in my experience, one of value to my learning experience and academic work to date.
Thank you guys! I'll be back... :)
An excellent introductory talk and noon tour of the Gladstone Library. Thank you.
All the positives have been said by others and I endorse them all, but especially the friendly welcome by the staff team. This matches the embrace that the building provides - not many stone-built places give you a hug when you arrive! I'm a big fan!
A fabulous lunch, followed by a couple of hours in the most peaceful place in North Wales. I had to drag myself away....but I'll be back in time for Sunday lunch! ��
Wow, what a truly stunning place a true hidden gem. I can't wait to go again and feel very fortunate that this will be a regular visit for me for the next couple of years �
The staff are so friendly and accommodating and the whole place feels like a big hug.
Went for lunch with Trev. A beautiful building and the food in the cafe is delicious and reasonable. Well worth a visit.
We went to gladstone's library last week for my birthday. We had afternoon tea. My son his new wife and baby son visiting from Australia and my husband all had a fantastic day. The library is so magical. The grounds so beautiful and the afternoon tea was so gorgeous. The staff, so kind, friendly and helpful. I have recommended it to my friends. I can't wait to go again
Very interesting and super awesome. If only there was something like that here. What a beautiful library � How much a night is this? Checkout is?
This was such a delight. I was brought here as a surprise by my daughter for my 50th birthday and I was amazed. Not only had I not realised that there was a library here, but to be able to come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of this historic building along with a glimpse of Gladstone's library - a must-see for everyone!! The food was excellent; staff were pleasant and helpful and all-in-all, a fantastic couple of hours. I would highly recommend this place to anybody visiting the area and especially to locals, like me, who have yet to experience this undiscovered treasure.
The kind of place you go to when you need to feed your soul. Magical...Harry Potter meets Inspector Morse. Staff lovely too. Not sure if I should say too many good things as I kinda want to keep this place to myself 😊🙊.
Such an absolute pleasure staying here. It is brimming with history and great energy. The building is beautiful and the reading rooms are utterly inspiring. The food and drink followed suit; simple but perfect for me. I cannot wait to come for other visits with other library nerds such as myself.
Our dream me and my husband to go there woow amazing �
Oh my GOD... is that true? I would spend my life here...
I love you Gladstone Library....
OMG!!! The ultimate trip! What’s not to love?! Book,books, books!...a beautiful setting!... so much more!...and in Wales!
My dream to go there once =)
maybe in summer
It's so lovey and silent, staff are very friendly everybody respects one another. I've managed to do so much more work here than at my own university library. Wifi is great and free � restaurant is lovely.
Just wish I'd known about this place sooner
Incredible place fantastic surroundings, the library has a peaceful aura about it, staff Incredibly kind throughout our stay and the photo shoot thank you so much!
I'm privileged to have Gladstone's Library on my doorstep. Well, actually, it's an hour's drive away but I thoroughly enjoyed popping up there on Sunday to spend an hour listening to Nadene Ghouri talk about the three memoirs she's ghostwritten. Gladstone's is an excellent resource in so many ways.
I knew this was going to be a great visit. Staying overnight in a library in Wales? How could that not be good. However, I was unprepared for just how wonderful it is. Beyond the library itself, which is amazing the building and grounds are gorgeous, the nearby church is fantastic, there are a few statues about that I really enjoyed, the food was great, the staff was great, our accommodations were perfect and the common areas were so lush with big comfy couches, fires, throws and pillows an honesty bar and just wonderful atmosphere all around. I can't imagine anyone not having a wonderful time here.
I have just come to the end of my scholarship here at Gladstone, and I would like to offer that the people are as wonderful as the environment they nurture. Gladstone is a unique place in my experience, one of value to my learning experience and academic work to date.
Thank you guys! I'll be back... :)
An excellent introductory talk and noon tour of the Gladstone Library. Thank you.
All the positives have been said by others and I endorse them all, but especially the friendly welcome by the staff team. This matches the embrace that the building provides - not many stone-built places give you a hug when you arrive! I'm a big fan!
A fabulous lunch, followed by a couple of hours in the most peaceful place in North Wales. I had to drag myself away....but I'll be back in time for Sunday lunch! ��
Wow, what a truly stunning place a true hidden gem. I can't wait to go again and feel very fortunate that this will be a regular visit for me for the next couple of years �
The staff are so friendly and accommodating and the whole place feels like a big hug.
Went for lunch with Trev. A beautiful building and the food in the cafe is delicious and reasonable. Well worth a visit.
We went to gladstone's library last week for my birthday. We had afternoon tea. My son his new wife and baby son visiting from Australia and my husband all had a fantastic day. The library is so magical. The grounds so beautiful and the afternoon tea was so gorgeous. The staff, so kind, friendly and helpful. I have recommended it to my friends. I can't wait to go again
Very interesting and super awesome. If only there was something like that here. What a beautiful library � How much a night is this? Checkout is?
This was such a delight. I was brought here as a surprise by my daughter for my 50th birthday and I was amazed. Not only had I not realised that there was a library here, but to be able to come and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of this historic building along with a glimpse of Gladstone's library - a must-see for everyone!! The food was excellent; staff were pleasant and helpful and all-in-all, a fantastic couple of hours. I would highly recommend this place to anybody visiting the area and especially to locals, like me, who have yet to experience this undiscovered treasure.
The kind of place you go to when you need to feed your soul. Magical...Harry Potter meets Inspector Morse. Staff lovely too. Not sure if I should say too many good things as I kinda want to keep this place to myself 😊🙊.
Such an absolute pleasure staying here. It is brimming with history and great energy. The building is beautiful and the reading rooms are utterly inspiring. The food and drink followed suit; simple but perfect for me. I cannot wait to come for other visits with other library nerds such as myself.
Our dream me and my husband to go there woow amazing �
Oh my GOD... is that true? I would spend my life here...
I love you Gladstone Library....
OMG!!! The ultimate trip! What’s not to love?! Book,books, books!...a beautiful setting!... so much more!...and in Wales!
My dream to go there once =)
maybe in summer
It's so lovey and silent, staff are very friendly everybody respects one another. I've managed to do so much more work here than at my own university library. Wifi is great and free � restaurant is lovely.
Just wish I'd known about this place sooner
Incredible place fantastic surroundings, the library has a peaceful aura about it, staff Incredibly kind throughout our stay and the photo shoot thank you so much!
I'm privileged to have Gladstone's Library on my doorstep. Well, actually, it's an hour's drive away but I thoroughly enjoyed popping up there on Sunday to spend an hour listening to Nadene Ghouri talk about the three memoirs she's ghostwritten. Gladstone's is an excellent resource in so many ways.
I knew this was going to be a great visit. Staying overnight in a library in Wales? How could that not be good. However, I was unprepared for just how wonderful it is. Beyond the library itself, which is amazing the building and grounds are gorgeous, the nearby church is fantastic, there are a few statues about that I really enjoyed, the food was great, the staff was great, our accommodations were perfect and the common areas were so lush with big comfy couches, fires, throws and pillows an honesty bar and just wonderful atmosphere all around. I can't imagine anyone not having a wonderful time here.
I have just come to the end of my scholarship here at Gladstone, and I would like to offer that the people are as wonderful as the environment they nurture. Gladstone is a unique place in my experience, one of value to my learning experience and academic work to date.
Thank you guys! I'll be back... :)
An excellent introductory talk and noon tour of the Gladstone Library. Thank you.
All the positives have been said by others and I endorse them all, but especially the friendly welcome by the staff team. This matches the embrace that the building provides - not many stone-built places give you a hug when you arrive! I'm a big fan!
A fabulous lunch, followed by a couple of hours in the most peaceful place in North Wales. I had to drag myself away....but I'll be back in time for Sunday lunch! ��