Spring Hill Library, Public library in Ladywood, Birmingham, England.
Spring Hill Library is a red brick and terracotta public building in Victorian style located in Ladywood. The interior is supported by curved iron structures, while a distinctive clock tower rises from the roof.
The building was designed by architect firm Martin & Chamberlain in 1893 on the site of a former toll gate house. It became one of the city's early public libraries and was later designated a Grade II* listed building.
The name Spring Hill comes from a natural spring source in the area. Today, the building serves as a gathering place where people of different ages come to borrow materials and use the quiet spaces.
The building is accessible for those using wheelchairs or pushchairs, with ramps and accessible facilities available. Visitors should check opening times before visiting to ensure it meets their schedule.
A modern glass atrium connects the Victorian building to a nearby supermarket. This unusual pairing shows how historic structures adapt to sit alongside contemporary neighbors.
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