Drill Hall Library, Grade II listed library building in Chatham, England.
The Drill Hall Library features extensive brick facades with large windows that allow natural light to illuminate the interior reading spaces.
Built in 1897 as a military drill hall, the structure underwent conversion to serve educational purposes for universities in the Medway region.
The library maintains several study areas, including dedicated spaces for postgraduate research and family rooms that accommodate parents with children.
Students can access the library until midnight on weekdays during term time, with the last entry permitted fifteen minutes before closing.
The Archibald Hay Mess Café operates within the library premises, providing refreshments while maintaining specific zones for food consumption.
Location: Medway
Inception: 1897
GPS coordinates: 51.39836,0.53973
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:29
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