Visitors in the Historic Reading Room

Visitor information

Situated on Deansgate, in the heart of Manchester, the John Rylands Research Institute and Library is accessible to all.

Closure date: Thursday 15 June 2023

Please note that the John Rylands Research Institute and Library will be closed on the following date:

  • Thursday 15 June 2023

Rylands will reopen on Friday 16 June 2023.

Wedding information

Unfortunately, John Rylands Research Institute and Library is not a licensed wedding venue and there are no plans to attain a licence in the foreseeable future.