Bethnal Green Library, Grade II listed public library in Bethnal Green Gardens, London, England.
The public library occupies a remodeled former asylum building, featuring classical architecture with a top-lit reading room and decorative medallions throughout the interior.
The site initially housed a timber-framed mansion built in 1570, which later became Wright's Madhouse in 1727 before transforming into a public library in 1922.
The library maintains an extensive collection of books in English and Bengali, reflecting the multicultural character of the Tower Hamlets community.
Located near Bethnal Green Underground station, the library provides internet access through eight computers, printing facilities, and two rental halls for up to 100 people.
During World War II, librarians George Vale and Stanley Snaith extended services to underground bomb shelters, creating a dedicated Shelter Library for local residents.
Location: London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Elevation above the sea: 13.65724 m
Address: Bethnal Green Library, Cambridge Heath Road, London, E2 0HL E2 0HL E2 0HL
GPS coordinates: 51.52645,-0.05368
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:29
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