The Old Library

Versatile Event Space

Old L.

From £100

hire fee

Up to 130

seats

Up to 250

standing

Venue offers catering

Parking available

Spaces for hire at The Old Library

from £900
hire fee / per day

Main Space

130

250

Built in 1866, The Old Library is a refurbished Victorian library and historic venue nestled in Birmingham’s vibrant city centre in Digbeth, Birmingham. The main space is light and airy, flooded with natural daylight. Full of period features including vaulted ceilings and iconic arch windows, this space will conduct a positive and warm atmosphere. ...

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from £100
hire fee / per morning

Zellig 230

Zellig 230 is a small meeting room that includes a TV screen, WiFi access, and refreshment facilities. This room can be hired on its own or in conjunction with the main space as a breakout or organizer room. Whether its a meeting, workshop or small event - The Zellig Meeting room is the place for you. This bright open space with a view of the Birm...

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Prices and opening hours

Monday

9:00 – 0:00

from £100–£900 hire fee

Main Space

9:00 – 0:00

from £900

Zellig 230

9:00 – 17:00

from £100–£150

Tuesday

9:00 – 0:00

from £100–£900 hire fee

Main Space

9:00 – 0:00

from £900

Zellig 230

9:00 – 17:00

from £100–£150

Wednesday

9:00 – 0:00

from £100–£900 hire fee

Main Space

9:00 – 0:00

from £900

Zellig 230

9:00 – 17:00

from £100–£150

Thursday

9:00 – 0:00

from £100–£900 hire fee

Main Space

9:00 – 0:00

from £900

Zellig 230

9:00 – 17:00

from £100–£150

Friday

9:00 – 1:00

from £100–£1200 hire fee

Main Space

9:00 – 1:00

from £900–£1200

Zellig 230

9:00 – 17:00

from £100–£150

Saturday

9:00 – 1:00

from £1200–£2500 hire fee

Main Space

9:00 – 1:00

from £1200–£2500

Sunday

19:00 – 0:00

from £900 hire fee

Main Space

19:00 – 0:00

from £900

Facilities and catering options

Up to 250

standing

Up to 130

seats

In-house catering

External catering allowed

Parking available

Alcohol provided

Accommodation available

Promoted / ticketed events

BYO alcohol

Location

Zellig, Gibb Street, Digbeth, Birmingham, B9 4AT

Reviews and ratings

(28 reviews and ratings – )

The venue, ambience and staff were absolutely amazing. Couldn't fault anything. 5 stars from us.

The DJ was awful, not very current and quite rude at times

The old library was a great place for a bridal shower. The main thing I loved was the help I received from Laura, she was always available, helpful through out the event, helped with setting the tables with me. It was a very pretty venue and when it became a bit cold the heaters were turned on which instantly warmed the venue. The music system was easy to connect to and easy to use. Overall we had a great time. Thank you.

The food was not enough to feed the amount of people we had there. We used the buffet system but by the time the last 10 people came to collect food it was nearly finished. The fairy lights were not working so the backdrop looked dark as our event was at night.

Excellent venue. Staff went above and beyond and we're virtual mind readers which helped

The venue had really great communication and answered all queries promptly. All staff were incredibly helpful on the evening of the event.

About The Old Library

The Old Library is a bright, open space perfect for hosting weddings, conferences, corporate dinners, parties, charity events and more. A range of menus and drinks packages are available upon request. We can currently hold up to 130 people seated and 250 standing.

Part of the Zellig Group, the Old Library has been in operation since 1990. The original library first opened as one of Birmingham’s 5 free libraries in 1866, it is now the only one still standing. The public library’s doors closed to the public in 1940 and remained closed until 1990 when the dilapidated space was bought alongside the Bird’s Custard Factory and lovingly refurbished by Bennie Gray.