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DLI Collection at Palace Green Library
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Palace Green Library
Palace Green
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3RN
Palace Green
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3RN
Tel: +44 0191 334 2932
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free Admission to DLI Gallery | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Gradings
- VAQAS VB Attraction
Awards
- Visit England
VAQAS 2019
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2019
- Excellent53
- Very Good40
- Average8
- Poor8
- Terrible6
Recent Reviews:
- BrucieBEssexBoyBillericay, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesWell worth a visit
Monday, 10th June 2019University Library and gallery where you can book Castle tours, plenty of visitor information and very helpful staff Read full review - Gary MLeeds, United KingdomTrip Type:Friends getawayRainy day in DurhamFriday, 14th June 2019Wandered into library to check out exhibitions. Place more like a museum than a library. Excellent and friendly staff. Good, locally relevant exhibition. Read full review
- GlobetrottingVikingThatcham, United KingdomMore than a LibraryWednesday, 18th September 2019This is more than a library. There are exhibitions on nature and history in several inter-connected halls. Some steps to negotiate. With free entrance there is every reason to visit. Read full review
Access Information
Opening Times
| Gallery Opening (1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday - Sunday | 10:00 | - 17:00 |
* Check website for openings https://www.dur.ac.uk/palace.green/visit/opening/ 0191 334 2932
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