The abandoned Carnegie Library, Shipley

The Carnegie Library in Shipley is a historic building that has been the subject of various plans and discussions in recent years. Here are some key points from the search results:
The building is in a state of disrepair and has been described as "crumbling"
Plans have been proposed to convert the building into supported living flats
.These plans have been approved by the council
The Carnegie Library was once one of the grandest buildings in Shipley and dates back to 1905
The library was designed by Bradford architect Abraham Sharp and had space for 8000 books
The building has been abandoned for many years and has been the subject of urban exploration
In summary, the Carnegie Library in Shipley is a historic building that has fallen into disrepair but is now set to be saved through plans to convert it into supported living flats. The building has a rich history and was once an important part of the community as a library.

[@joemelnick]

It is surprising what people let go in terms of historical buildings. Thank you for the video.

[@newmotorcycleguy]

Yea it’s sad about this one. And you’re welcome.

[@MalacdenValleyModels]

Hi, it’s a beautiful building and deserves grade 2 listed status. Those stairs are amazing! Admittedly it would be one heck of a restoration job but the building is worth saving. It’s like a little treasure trove in there. Fingers crossed they save it and thank you for sharing 👍

[@newmotorcycleguy]

I totally agree! And you’re welcome 😊

[@grahamfrear9270]

I'm so glad you caught this on camera before it all falls in. To think after school at woodend I used to go down to the library in the 50s

[@newmotorcycleguy]

how sad this will be, its in such a state the only thing left to do it pull it down, i fear for peoples safety near it.

[@thehappyfather2384]

Wow ty just seen this video ( you popped up randomly) I live near here and drive past it most days. It was a beautiful building when I was younger and went in after school so many plans for it including moving it brick by brick and moving it near the flats no plans have been carried out … ty for posting Barry ❤

[@newmotorcycleguy]

Glad you enjoyed it. This building is worth saving but its getting close to beyond it it, which think is what the owners want.

[@grahamfrear9270]

That's all very interesting thank you so much for filling is in with all the information

[@newmotorcycleguy]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@paulwbakerphotography]

Fascinating. Why councils and government allows such beautiful buildings to deteriorate as such as this is beyond me. That in itself could be turned into something for some people such as the homeless to live in. We seem to be allowing our history to erode away without a thought. Such a shameif I won the lottery, I’d buy something like that and do it up to save it. Thank you for sharing.

[@newmotorcycleguy]

I agree its a disgrace! and glad you found it interesting.

[@BradfordThroughTheLens]

Very informative. Thank you

[@newmotorcycleguy]

Thanks, and glad you liked it. I just hope this get saved!

[@BradfordThroughTheLens]

@@newmotorcycleguy I wanted to film this too , but you have done a good job of documenting it.

[@newmotorcycleguy]

@@BradfordThroughTheLensthanks. I do enjoy your videos also. If you know of anywhere that’s decaying and accessible let me know. [e-mail]

[@BradfordThroughTheLens]

@@newmotorcycleguy Definitely will do. Thanks

[@andywhite7259]

I didnt think this place would be in such a bad state of repair. The main problem with this building is its location on the crossroads of four sets of traffic lights. There is zero parking, or any possibility of making any which rules out pretty much most options for usage. I know the area well I have just sold my property in Windhill and now live in the states.

[@newmotorcycleguy]

Its really quite dangerous and it wont be long before its gone. the location is terrible for any uses id say. And your plan to say you are now in America isn't making anyone jealous!! lol

[@wetdogFBK]

What a terrible shame. The thing is, someone actually owns it and has allowed it to decay. 😢

[@newmotorcycleguy]

Yea. And it’s really unsafe. Just what the owners want. They can pull it down and put an awful new building there!

[@chandler5589]

That looks like 1980s wallpaper. I recognise it

[@newmotorcycleguy]

Haha. Yea. It does look familiar!

[@carolynjozefek9332]

So sad.... 😢

[@newmotorcycleguy]

I totally agree!

[@alanraistrick3339]

i think its owned by the company that is opp it,which used to be the blue bell pub

[@newmotorcycleguy]

Ive this recently actually,but i think thats correct.

[@wordwordful]

They did weddings I think and dancing. Those that had the Lakeans. Who remembers their names?

[@newmotorcycleguy]

I've heard it was a wedding venue;

[@wordwordful]

If I remember rightly the counter was on of lively dark wood and the stairs the same. Borrow the books have your ticket stamped.

[@wordwordful]

It was lovely inside.

[@newmotorcycleguy]

haha , take nothing but picture, leave nothing but foot prints.

[@newmotorcycleguy]

I think it would all be sold be building and conversion.