The Old Library

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£2,500 - £3,700 for Venue Hire
Up to 130
Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
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With its soaring vaulted ceilings, breath-taking original windows and its blend of functional, open plan space and Victorian Gothic elegance, it is easy to see why The Old Library is a much-loved venue for weddings.
The Old Library Pricing & Costs

Venue Hire Only

Prices Start At
£2,500
Maximum Price
£3,700
We offer both ceremony and reception hire and reception only hire. Included in our venue hire is: Gold Cheltenham Chairs. 6ft Round Reception Tables. White Table Linen. Drinks Reception Location. Cake Table and Knife. Wedding Coordinator. Operations and Bar Staff. Security from 7pm. PA System and Microphone (suitable for background music and speeches).
What is included in this pricing:
Exclusive use
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Furniture included

In-house catering
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£18
Maximum Price
£45
Our chefs have perfected menus that your guests will devour. From traditional 3-course meals to more casual street food options including melt burgers, tacos and tapas. There truly is something for everyone in our menus! If you are after a particular specialty, we do also offer the option of external catering for a fee of £500. All external caterers must be professional and hold a Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate. T&Cs apply -please contact us for more details.
What is included in this pricing:
Minimum numbers apply
Cutlery included
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Table linen included
The Old Library Features & Capacity

Overview

Venue Type
Event Venue
Dining Capacity
130
Reception Capacity
250
Usual Access Time
12:00 PM
Usual Finish Time
12:00 AM
Late Night Extension
Yes

Ceremony & Reception

Wedding Licence
Confetti Permitted
Dancefloor Available
Church Within Walking Distance

Venue

Exclusive Use
Pet Friendly
Disabled Access
Grade I/II Listed Building
In-House Wedding Coordinator

Food and Drink

In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
External Catering Permitted
In-House Wine List
Halal Catering
The Old Library Full Description
Since being faithfully restored from The Old Library’s origins as one of Birmingham’s first free libraries in 1866, this historic setting has played host to many happy and unique wedding days. Wedding guests will be left mesmerised by the architecturally stunning building, which is flooded with natural daylight and exudes a romantic atmosphere. You can rest assured that your guests will be amazed by our beautiful venue. It’s original gothic Victorian windows, soaring high beamed ceiling and four grand archways exude a romantic atmosphere that will put your guests in the perfect mood for watching your special moment. The Old Library is nestled amongst the bustling and diverse community of Digbeth, providing a variety of unique backdrops for those all-important wedding photos. This hidden gem can easily cater to a particular theme that has been envisaged for a wedding day. Our friendly and experienced team of wedding coordinators are always on hand to answer any questions you may have. You will be invited to at least three meetings in the run up to your big day, where you will be guided step-by-step through all the timings of the event and to chat through your catering, décor, and entertainment choices. We will be on hand right through from enquiry, to your wedding, and post-wedding.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Rebecca
Hi! Congratulations on your engagement! We can't wait to chat with you about your wedding plans and show you what The Old Library can offer, get in touch to start our relationship!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2017
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
3
Reviews
(20)
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Katherine & Ben
Happy couple married in October
February 2024
Amazing day!
"We had an amazing day and we were so happy with how it all went. The guests loved the venue so much!" (Photographer: Blue Jay)
Lauren & Dylan
Happy couple married in October
December 2023
Amazing team!
“In the 18 months prior to the wedding the team were so attentive and helpful with every process of the wedding organisation and coordination. They helped us get everyone in the right place at the right time and I couldn’t recommend this venue more! Whether for a wedding or a party, it was so flexible, we could have the day we dreamed of. Amazing team!” (Photographer: Steph Butt)
Ruth & Paul
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
Nothing was too much trouble!
“Beautiful venue, amazing staff... nothing was too much trouble! Made our wedding run so smoothly.” (Photographer: Emma Flynn)
Kirsty & Joe
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
Their communication is just 10/10!
“We had a few meetings leading up to the day and they were so thorough I just knew there was no need to worry. Their communication is just 10/10. When it came to the day, we had the most friendly staff making sure everything went perfectly. The room in itself is perfect and comfortably held 100 seated guests and more in the evening. The day went perfectly thanks to Laura and the team.”
Laura & Adam
Happy couple married in August
December 2023
Can't recommend them enough!
“The staff were so so helpful through the whole process and on the day, going out of their way to help and take the stress off wherever they could. Can’t recommend them enough, thank you for making the process as easy as possible!”
Madison & Ed
Happy couple married in June
December 2023
5 star!
“Thank you so much for helping in the run up to the day. We honestly couldn’t have made such a day happen, without you and all of your lovely team. Let me know where to leave 5 star reviews - I’ll give you a thousand if you want them!”
The Old Library Location & Contact Details

Address

Gibb Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B9 4AT, England

Travel Notes

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Nearest Town

Birmingham

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M6

Nearest Train Station

Birmingham Moor Street

Nearest Airport

Birmingham Airport

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