# Portico Library Gets Major Upgrade | Manchester News

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Podcast: [Manchester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/manchester-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7574135)
Published: 2026-09-17T14:44:11+00:00
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## Resource

The Portico Library in Manchester is set for a historic transformation with a £6.4 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant, unlocking all three floors for the first time in 100 years. The restoration will create new spaces including a Northern writers’ bookshop, a local food kitchen, and step-free access, turning the 1806 landmark into a vibrant community hub for 95,000 annual visitors. Dr. Thom Keep calls it a “landmark moment,” with a £12 million “Portico Reunited” campaign underway. While the building closes in late 2028 for renovations, its spirit lives on via Porti-Go!—temporary pop-ups and online programs—ensuring access to its 25,000-book collection and archives remains alive. This isn’t just renovation—it’s resurrection, preserving Manchester’s cultural heart for generations. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8vgy53ggwl7o More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c9006f6c6fc1ef2b Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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