Darwen Library

Darwen Library is a public library building located on Knott Street, featuring the architectural style typical of the late Victorian period. The building contains an extensive book collection, digital resources, and computer access for visitors to use.

The building opened in 1908 following a donation from an American industrialist known for funding public libraries across Britain. It received Grade II listed status in recognition of its historical and architectural importance to the region.

The library serves as a gathering place where locals regularly borrow books and participate in community events throughout the year. It reflects how important access to information and shared learning spaces are to the people of Darwen.

The building is open Monday through Saturday, with extended hours on Mondays until 7 PM for those who need access outside regular business hours. Visitors can access reading areas, computers, and borrow materials easily during these operating times.

A local brewery created a special beer to celebrate the building's centenary in 2008. This unusual partnership between a cultural institution and a craft business shows how deeply rooted the place is in the local community.

Location: Darwen

Elevation above the sea: 157.7498 m

Address: Knott Street, Darwen, BB3 3BU

Email: library@blackburn.gov.uk

Website: http://blackburn.gov.uk/server.php?show=ConWebDoc.1116

GPS coordinates: 53.69670,-2.46600

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:11