Birtley Library
Birtley Library reopens on Monday 14 April
Birtley Library reopens following refurbishment on Monday 14 April. Thank you for your patience during the refurbishment. We look forward to welcoming you back to your new look library.
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Birtley Library is conveniently located on the main road and offers a wide range of services.
Our libraries are open for the selection of books and computer use.
Opening hours
| Monday | 9am to 7pm |
| Tuesday | 9am to 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am to 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am to 7pm |
| Friday | 9am to 5pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Facilities
- a large selection of books for all ages
- audio books
- books in large print
- daily newspapers
Computers and digital facilities
All our libraries have PCs for library members aged eight years and over and it's free to use our computers and our wifi. Services include:
- computers with internet access and Microsoft Office
- microbits for loan
- printing (a small charge applies), photocopying and scanning
- wifi
Find out more about our computer facilities.
Services
- local history photos and maps
- council information
- tourist information
- hearing aid batteries
- baby change
Regular activities
Please contact the library for details.
- Art Diamonds
- computer surgery for 1-2-1 help on the computer
- creative writing group
- Councillors Ward Surgery
- Knit and Natter
- Mini Meerkats
- MPs surgery
- Rhymetime
- teen activities group
- Reading groups
Visit our Events page (opens new window) for more information
Books for health and wellbeing
Reading has been proven to help reduce stress, and we have some great mood busting books, reading well collections, and creative and social reading activities for all ages. Find out more on the Reading Agency's Reading Well (opens new window) website.
Accessibility
- access for wheelchair users
- automatic doors
- lift to library (upper level)
- accessible toilet
We are autism friendly. Visit our autism friendly page to find out more.
How to find us
Public Transport: nearest bus stop at the Cenotaph corner of Orchard Street
Parking: nearby off road parking
Fees and charges
Cash only payments. View our Fees and charges from 1 April 2025.
Contact information
0191 433 6101