Welcome to. Palace Green Library. Palace Green Library, in the heart of Durham city, holds Durham University's special collections. Our galleries are open to all and display treasures spanning millennia and the globe.
Visit Palace Green Library to explore our exhibitions, see our historic libraries and research our collections. Plan your visit and find out about our facilities.
Access for disabled customers
Palace Green Library is situated on Palace Green, between Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle, in the heart of Durham city. For full information on travelling to Palace Green Library,
Parking
Visitor parking is not available on Palace Green, but exceptions may be made for disabled customers and those with limited mobility.
Accessing Palace Green Library
Palace Green Library has been adapted wherever possible for wheelchair access. A platform lift from our main entrance to reception is available. From the reception area, visitors can access galleries on the ground floor, accessible toilets, the shop and Search Room. A platform lift takes visitors to the DLI Collection Gallery and the Wolfson Gallery on the first floor.
Bishop Cosin’s Library is in one of our historic buildings. From the reception area, there are several short staircases to access Bishop Cosin's Library. Visitors have to descend 11 stairs down, followed by two climbs of 4 or 5 stairs to reach the Library.
A portable hearing loop is available.
For conservation purposes, there will be no access to Cosin's Library for visitors wearing high-heeled shoes.
Seating
Seating is available in many of our galleries and in the reception area.
