Couper Institute - Library Library in Cathcart, Glasgow

Reviews

1. Big Jez ★★★★☆

   funny old building. old fashioned library but nice folk

   almost 9 months ago
2. Frank Didymus ★★☆☆☆

   I love libraries, they are most often places of calm and solace, and are intended to be accessible to all. Unfortunately my experience of this library today was not that. When I arrived I noted the signs saying the disabled access lift is broken. Having entered the library I was able to sit for around 10 minutes before a librarian started having a very loud conversation with a member of the public. The librarian was in fact louder than the patron and the conversation was entirely unrelated to anything to do with accessing the library resources. The conversation continued for over 15 minutes before I decided to leave. I think it is really important for everyone to be able to use the library, including as a place to reduce isolation and connect with others. However, I think this is not best done in the main section of the library where it unavoidably impacts other library users. The staff seemed very friendly and the library is in a beautiful building (though it could do with some significant updating and fixing the disabled access ASAP), however I really did not enjoy my experience here today.

   almost 3 years ago
3. Colin Campbell-Cooper ★★★★☆

   A delightfully atmospheric library with a broad range of facilities and superb staff. Well worth a visit.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Mugdha desai ★★★★☆

   It's quite big for a crowd of about 150-170... the stage is large enough for a small function as well!

   more 6 years ago
2. Showmen Bardhan ★★★★★

   Large hall, suitable for functions, currently venue for the annual Durga Puja celebration in Glasgow. Separate dining area as well which makes it convenient. Nice clean toilets.

   more 7 years ago
3. Bill Wright ★★★★☆

   I ran a two day workshop in the main hall, which is grand space Inc a stage and piano. Kitchen available but you have to bring all cups, spoons, cloths etc. Clean toilets, approachable staff, we all thought it was a good space.

   more 8 years ago

1. nicki senior ★★☆☆☆

   The building is old and quite pretty from the outside but inside it is falling apart. For hiring balls for events or is very cheap and there is use of a reasonable kitchen but I wouldn't recommend for anything glamorous.

   more 9 years ago

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