Site Record

Built in 2 phases. The earlier was built in 1884 on the corner with Bangor Street, incorporating 2 shops (8-10 Bangor Street) as separate premises within the basement. The building was erected as a workmen's institute and housed a library, lecture room and art room. It became a Free Library after the Public Libraries Act of 1887. An additional wing was built in 1912 (date on weathervane), which housed the council chamber of the Royal Borough Council, while in the basement was housed public baths.

Source: Cadw Listed Buildings. ALH 24/01/2013