The John Rylands Library, University of Manchester is a library in Manchester, England, United Kingdom, and a filming location for Darkest Hour (2017). Built in 1890-1899, it was designed by Basil Champneys, and is Grade I listed.
Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Verified facts
- Appeared in Darkest Hour (movie, 2017)
confidence 80/100 · 4 recorded source groups · SRC-11732, SRC-11733, SRC-13426, SRC-15971 - Built 1890–1899
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-16028, SRC-16579, SRC-17577 - Designed by Basil Champneys
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-16028, SRC-16579, SRC-17577 - Historic designation: Grade I listed building
confidence 85/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-16028, SRC-16579, SRC-17578
Evidence & sources
- SRC-11732 — https://www.visitmanchester.com/things-to-see-and-do/tours-sightseeing/walking-tours/manch (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-11733 — https://themanc.com/trending/netflix-is-currently-filming-a-new-series-inside-john-rylands (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-13426 — Wikipedia (Darkest Hour film) (Tier 1, reference; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-15971 — https://screenmanchester.com/manchester-landmarks-new-churchill-film-darkest-hour/ (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-16028 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Rylands_Library (Tier 1, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-16579 — https://www.visitmanchester.com/ideas-and-inspiration/blog/post/manchester-s-twentieth-century-libra (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-17577 — https://victorianweb.org/art/architecture/champneys/1.html (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
- SRC-17578 — https://hoarelea.com/project-story/grade-i-listed-john-rylands-library/ (Tier 2, reference; retrieved July 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
How is The John Rylands Library, University of Manchester connected to Darkest Hour?
The John Rylands Library, University of Manchester, in Manchester, England, has a documented connection to Darkest Hour. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection.
Who designed The John Rylands Library, University of Manchester?
The John Rylands Library, University of Manchester was designed by Basil Champneys.
Where is The John Rylands Library, University of Manchester located?
The John Rylands Library, University of Manchester is located in Manchester, England.