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Historic Site at National Library of Wales
Historic Site at National Library of Wales
The National Library of Wales
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The National Library of Wales (Welsh: Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru), Aberystwyth, is the national legal deposit library of Wales and is one of the Welsh Government sponsored bodies. It is the biggest library in Wales, holding over 6.5 million books and periodicals, and the largest collections of archives, portraits, maps and photographic images in Wales.
The Library is also home to the national collection of Welsh manuscripts, the National Screen and Sound Archive of Wales, and the most comprehensive collection of paintings and topographical prints in Wales.As the primary research library and archive in Wales[ and one of the largest research libraries in the United Kingdom, the National Library is a member of Research Libraries UK (RLUK)] and the Consortium of European Research Libraries (CERL)
At the very core of the National Library of Wales is the mission to collect and preserve materials related to Wales and Welsh life and those which can be utilised by the people of Wales for study and research. Welsh is the Library's main medium of communication but it does, however, aim to deliver all public services in Welsh and English. In January 2015 the Library in partnership with Wikimedia UK appointed a full-time Wikipedian in Residence with the aim of developing further its resources on an open license, to a world-wide audience.
The 03 Bus service runs every 30 mins during term time and every hour non-term time starting at the town's bus station and travelling up Penglais Hill to the Library. Car parking charges redeemable at the Library shop and in the Pendinas Restaurant.
Opening details
General Opening Hours
Monday - Friday 9:30 - 18:00
Saturday 9:30 - 17:00
Reading Rooms
Monday - Friday 9:30 - 18:00
Saturday 9:30 - 17:00 (with limited service)
Exhibitions
Monday - Saturday 9:30 - 17:00
The National Screen and Sound Archive of Wales
Monday - Friday 10:00 - 17:00
Caffi Pen Dinas
Monday - Friday 9:00 - 17:00
Saturday 10:00 - 16:00
Shop
Monday - Friday 9:00 - 17:00
Saturday 9:30 - 17:00
National Library of Wales
Caffi Pen Dinas
Business Events & Meetings
Meetings
Guided Tour
Wedding Ceremony
ExhibitionEvents at this Venue
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Sat 22 Jun | Gregynog Festival: VRi, Ty Ein Tadau |
| Fri 28 Jun | Gregynog Festival: Rhian Davies, Walford and Wales |
Buy souvenirs and tickets
Enquire now
www.llgc.org.uk
email a friend
Address
Rhiw Penglais,
Aberystwyth,
Ceredigion,
SY23 3BU
Location and nearby places
Directions
Plan route using Google mapsMap reference: SN 594816 Lat: 52.41427 Long: -4.06866
Situated on Penglais Hill (A487). Free parking evening and weekends.
Aberystwyth train station is located 1 mile away with local transport linking the train station and campus as well as longer distances.
www.traveline-cymru.info
Parking Information:
Cars / Motorcycles £1 up to 4 Hrs / £2 over 4 Hrs
Vehicles towing trailer /caravan £2.50 up to 4 Hrs / £5 over 4 Hrs
Bus & Mini Bus Free please pre-book via 01970 632484
Disabled Badge Holders exempt
Tickets can be refunded against one purchase in Library's Cafe or Shop
Free Parking on Saturdays
Parking: with charge
Accessible by Public Transport: 1 mile from Aberystwyth station
Facilities
Baby changing facilities
Coach parties accepted
Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Disabled toilets
Education/study area
Facilities for groups
Facilities for educational visits
French signs/guides
German signs/guides
Gift shop
On-site catering
On-site light refreshments
Postbox
Public toilets
Regional Tourist Board Member
Telephone (public)
Wheelchairs available
Accepts groups
Facilities for conferencing
Facilities for corporate hospitality
The 03 Bus service runs every 30 mins during term time and every hour non-term time starting at the town's bus station and travelling up Penglais Hill to the Library. Car parking charges redeemable at the Library shop and in the Pendinas Restaurant.
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- Surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance is
- Solid ie tarmac / concrete etc
- Route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Has a ramp
- Has steps and no ramp
Designated parking for guests with disabilitiesPublic Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to:
- Entrance to reception
- Public toilet
- Good contrast between the floor and wall
- Clear surfaces such as glass doors have contrast markings
- Baby changing facilities
Entrance
- Steps to the main entrance
- Handrail by steps
- Ramp to entrance
- Handrail by ramp
Dining
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Meals for guests with special dietary requirements can be provided:
- Gluten free (coeliac)
- Vegetarian
