Historic libraries · West Midlands
Montagu C. Butler Library
In or near Yarnfield.
Montagu C. Butler Library is a historic library in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Stone · 3.9 km
- Free entry
- Limited wheelchair access
Getting there & planning your visit
The Montagu C. Butler Library is located in Stafford, Staffordshire, with the postcode ST12 9DQ. The nearest railway station is Stone, which is approximately 3.9 km away. Entry to the library is free, but wheelchair accessibility is limited.
About
Montagu C. Butler Library is a historic library in the United Kingdom. Managed by Esperanto Association of Britain. Named after Montagu C. Butler. Part of Esperanto Association of Britain. Coordinates: 52.9429°, -2.1657°.
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Summary from the official site
The Montagu C. Butler Library is associated with the Esperanto Association of Britain and serves as a resource for those interested in Esperanto literature and culture. Visitors can explore a catalog of books and materials related to Esperanto, as well as learn about the history and activities of the association.
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From the Wikipedia article
The Montagu Butler Library is one of the most comprehensive collections dedicated to the Esperanto language. Housing an extensive array of literary works, historical documents, and scholarly resources, located at the Esperanto Association of Britain. It is named after Montagu C. Butler, author of a number of works including Step by Step in Esperanto and the comprehensive Esperanto-English Dictionary. The collections started with Butler's personal collection and the library of the Esperanto Association of Britain. It is housed in purpose-built premises at the offices of the Esperanto Association of Britain which are now located at the Wedgwood Memorial College, Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, having moved from Holland Park, London in April 2001 due to financial pressures.
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- Coordinates
- 52.9429, -2.1657
- County
- Staffordshire
- District
- Stafford
- Parish
- Barlaston
- Postcode
- ST12 9DQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Stoke-on-Trent South
- Nearest railway station
- Stone — 3.9 km
- Official site
- biblbut.wordpress.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q2336196 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Montagu C. Butler Library (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Montagu C. Butler Library?
- Montagu C. Butler Library is in Staffordshire, the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode ST12 9DQ), in the parish of Barlaston.
- What is Montagu C. Butler Library?
- Montagu C. Butler Library is a historic library in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Montagu C. Butler Library?
- The nearest railway station is Stone, about 3.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode ST12 9DQ.
- Who runs Montagu C. Butler Library?
- Montagu C. Butler Library is operated by Esperanto Association of Britain.
- Is Montagu C. Butler Library free to visit?
- Yes, Montagu C. Butler Library is free to enter.
- How do I get to Montagu C. Butler Library?
- The nearest railway station is Stone, about 3.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode ST12 9DQ.