Spring Hill Library, Hockley Birmingham
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Spring Hill Library, Hockley Birmingham
Image: © Roy Hughes Taken: 25 Oct 2011
The foundation stone for this library was laid in April 1891. The library was designed by the Birmingham architects Martin & Chamberlain and built by Sapcote & Sons at a cost (including fittings) of £5,996. It is constructed of red brick and terracotta with a clock tower 65 feet high. The interior vaulted space is 48 by 43 feet with a gallery running along two sides. Well worth a visit.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.485032
Longitude
-1.919701