About the venue
The Leeds Library is the oldest surviving subscription library of its kind in the British Isles. One of Leeds’ most iconic cultural institutions, it is a thriving hub of creativity, ideas and inspiration. An Ecology loan is enabling The Leeds Library to expand, securing its future and uniting its collection of over 140,000 books.
Accessibility: A stair lift is available for visitors and staff are on hand to assist. As the library is within a Grade II listed building, there are some constraints on accessibility adaptations. For more information, visit theleedslibrary.org.uk/access-statement.
How to get there
Train: A six-minute walk or two-minute cycle from Leeds Railway Station, which is served by trains from across the country. There are cycle stands on the pedestrianised streets around the library.
Bus: There are bus stops within a few minutes’ walk, situated on nearby Boar Lane, Vicar Lane and Park Row. To plan your journey, visit firstbus.co.uk/leeds.
Car: Leeds has a Park and Ride service operating from locations around the city. Pay and display parking is available within a 10-minute walk.
Schedule and speakers
Registration and refreshments
Welcome and introductions
Gareth Griffiths, Chief Executive Louise Pryor, Chair, Ecology Building SocietySustainable lending in practice
Carl Hutton, CEO, and Mary Ealden, Deputy CEO, The Leeds Library Bill Phelps, Founder member, Chapeltown CohousingComfort break
Building our sustainable future
Gareth and Louise share their thoughts on how we can accelerate and grow our commitment to sustainability. Includes Q&A.Closing remarks
Close
Speakers
Gareth Griffiths, Chief Executive
Louise Pryor, Chair
Andrew Gold, Director
Mary Ealden, The Leeds Library
Carl Hutton, The Leeds Library
Bill Phelps, Chapeltown Cohousing
