Historic libraries · Central Scotland
Signet Library
In or near Edinburgh.
Signet Library — library in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley · 0.3 km
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Signet Library is a place of interest in central Scotland. Officially recognised as category A listed building. It sits within the Edinburgh East and Musselburgh parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.3 km away. Postcode area EH1.
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Official information
The Signet Library is a historic venue located in Edinburgh, known for its stunning architecture and rich history. Visitors can explore the library's impressive collection and enjoy its elegant spaces, which are often used for events and functions.
Place summary
The Signet Library is located in central Scotland, postcode EH1. This category A listed building serves as a prominent legal library and is renowned for its classical architecture.
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- Coordinates
- 55.9491, -3.1915
- District
- City of Edinburgh
- Postcode
- EH1 1RF
- Parliamentary constituency
- Edinburgh East and Musselburgh
- Nearest railway station
- Edinburgh Waverley — 0.3 km
- Opening
- Apr-Oct Mo-Fr 10:00-18:00; Apr-Oct Sa 09:00-17:00; Apr-Oct,Nov-Mar Su 13:00-17:00; Nov-Mar Mo-Sa 09:00-17:00
- Official site
- www.thesignetlibrary.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17570649 (CC0)
- commons: Signet Library.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Signet Library?
- Signet Library is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode EH1 1RF).
- What is Signet Library?
- Signet Library — library in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Signet Library?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode EH1 1RF.
- Is Signet Library a listed building?
- Signet Library is officially recognised as category A listed building listed.
- How do I get to Signet Library?
- The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EH1 1RF.