You are invited to enter the realm of the Winter Queen, witness the battling of the Oak and Holly Kings and revel in the enchantment and joy of the Frost Fair at our new event, 'Tales for Midwinter'. Join Mellt the Storyteller on Saturday 7th December, 3pm-5pm. Tickets £15. Book on 01244 532 350.

If you've come to us for Sunday lunch and are looking to stretch your legs after a sumptuous meal, we recommend taking the path running through these gates at the heart of Hawarden. It's a gentle walk with lovely views (weather dependent, of course - but worthwhile even in the rain).

Many people come to the Library with a draft already in hand. The Reading Rooms are a great place to rewrite and edit, as well as find that first spark of inspiration. Do you enjoy editing?

We often use the phrase 'reading, writing and research' to describe what goes on in our Reading Rooms, but which are you doing most of, right now? Do you spend more of your time reading for pleasure, writing and re-writing, or researching in preparation for a project?

"Gladstone's Library offers the perfect environment for focused work, combining an awe-inspiring setting with comfy accommodation and warm hospitality. It’s a haven that fosters productivity and keeps distractions at bay!" Delightful art and kind words by Niki Cooper-Robbins

What do films tell us about history, politics, race and human nature? In our 5pm lecture on Saturday 19th October, Warden Andrea Russell and Professors Anthony Reddie and Greg Garrett will reflect on the insights films offer. Tickets are £10. Info here https://buff.ly/3TGsoZD

Created by Richard L. Hills, it covers a wide range of technology including gas, papermaking, and the railway. Please get in touch to find out more about this collection! 📘: A practical treatise on rail-roads, and interior communication in general - Hil L.3/35 🧵 3/3

When Gladstone died in 1898 there was more than 20,000 miles of track in the UK. Imagine how different travel would have been at various points in his life! Did you know we hold a collection of books on the history of technology? #WEGotd#OTD 🧵 2/3

On this day (September 27th) in 1825 the world's first modern railway, the Stockton and Darlington Railway, opened, with 25 miles of track. At this time William Ewart Gladstone was just 15 years old. 🧵 1/3

They discussed the Library and its founding as well as the collections and digital resources. Our Warden Andrea also dropped in to answer some of their questions on how Gladstone’s Library is run and the wide variety of service we provide.