Things to do in Nottingham: Nottingham’s hidden ‘Harry Potter library’ offering behind the scenes tours

A members-only library in Nottingham city centre is offering non-members the chance to take a behind the scenes tour this autumn.

Bromley House Library, in Angel Row, is normally only open to fee-paying members, but tours on Sunday, November 3 will give members of the public a rare opportunity to take a look around the historic building.

During the top-to-bottom tour, visitors will discover the history behind the library and be given rare access to artefacts of interest.

Founded in 1816, Bromley House Library is one of a handful of subscription libraries in the UK and is set across three floors.

The library, located in a Grade II-listed building, is home to more than 50,000 books.

With a spiral staircase, high bookshelves and narrow corridors, the library has drawn comparisons to scenes from the Harry Potter film series.

Those on the tours will have the chance to speak to staff about the various collections on display.

How do I get tickets?

With guided tours only taking place on select dates during the year, it’s unsurprising that tickets usually sell out very quickly.

At the time of writing there is still good availability for all six tours on November 3.

There will be three tours in the morning and three in the afternoon.

Tickets are priced at £8 for adults and £6 for concessions.

You can secure your place here.