The Old Library

About The Old Library

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. The building was then leased to another company from 2004 until August 2017 when it has been returned to its original owner.

3 Rooms and Event Packages for Hire at The Old Library

The Old Library Main Space at The Old Library #1

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from £500
hire fee / evening

2799 sqft
up to 200 guests

The Old Library Main Space

#Supervenue

at The Old Library

Bordesley Green

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, ensuring you have a stimulating and productive event with us.

For larger conferences, the adjoining Reading Room is available either as a breakout space, buffet area or cloakroom to serve your needs.

from £30
hire fee / hour

377 sqft
up to 12 guests

The Reading Room

#Supervenue

at The Old Library

Bordesley Green

This room has wifi and flipchart pad & pens included in the room hire rate. Available to hire separately or in conjunction with the main space, the Reading room can be used as a cloakroom, buffet area or organiser's room

from £30
per person / session

215 sqft
up to 9 guests

Zellig 210

#Supervenue

at The Old Library

Bordesley Green

Based just opposite The Old Library in our parent building Zellig is 210 our small but perfectly formed meeting room.

This meeting room has everything you need for a small meeting;
- Plasma Screen TV
- Wifi
- Flipchart Pad & Pens
- Tea and Coffee making facilities
- Fridge

This room can be hired on it's own or in conjunction with the main space as a breakout or organisers room.