Cathays Library, Carnegie library in Cathays, Wales.
The Gothic Revival building features two main wings positioned at 45-degree angles to the road intersection, with large divided windows and an octagonal tower.
The library opened in 1907 with a Carnegie grant of £5,205, replacing a branch reading room that contained 300 books since 1890.
The local studies collection within the library contains documents and materials about Cardiff's history, supporting research and education initiatives.
The renovated facility provides 15 public computers, WiFi access throughout the building, and a meeting room that accommodates up to 10 people.
This library introduced the first butterfly plan design among Carnegie libraries in the United Kingdom, maximizing natural light in public reading spaces.
Location: Cardiff
Location: Cathays
Inception: 1906
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Elevation above the sea: 26.7 m
Address: Cathays and Heritage Library, Fairoak Road, Cathays, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF24 4PW, Wales CF24 4PW
Website: https://cardiff.gov.uk/ENG/resident/Libraries-and-archives/Find-a-library/Pages/Cathays-Library.aspx
GPS coordinates: 51.49740,-3.18213
Latest update: March 10, 2025 01:46
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