Buildings of Interest

Description

Built 1906 - Architect - JB & W Thornley.

The Carnegie Library was formally opened on Saturday, 17th March 1906. The library is an imposing building at the junction of Wigan Road and Old Road. It was built at the cost of £5,843, defrayed by Andrew Carnegie, on one of the most valuable sites in the district, generously given by Lord Gerard, who performed the opening ceremony.

More Information from the Makerfield Rambler.

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Update Oct 2025

A campaign is underway to secure funding for the restoration of the building, The repair costs are expected to be significantly higher than the initial budget, partly due to the building's listed status, which requires specific, more expensive materials. Local councillors and the MP are involved in efforts to find alternative funding sources.