Libraries - Central Library

In order to deliver essential staff training, the library will open at 1.00pm on the second Thursday of every month between March and December (inclusive).

Extended Access will be available from 8.00am to 1.00pm on these days but no staff are on site during these hours. The library is only available to library members who have registered and attended an induction to use Extended Access.

Library opening times

These opening hours are available to all. Staff will be available on site to assist customers. 

Extended Access opening times – no staff on site

Available only to library members who have registered and attended an induction to use Extended Access.

Extended Access uses technology that allows you to access libraries outside normal staffed hours. If you would like to find out more about Extended Access, visit the Extended Access service webpage.

All Swindon Borough Council libraries are closed on bank holidays. 

Our Extended Access service is available from 10.00am to 6.00pm on Bank Holidays for borrowers who have been authorised to use the service. Any changes to these times will be published in advance.

• Public access PCs with internet access. Computers will turn off 15 minutes before closing time stated above.
• Swindon Free Wi-Fi available
• DVDs for hire
• Photocopying, printing and scanning
• Cafe
• Library shop
• Self-service
• Wheelchair access
• Portable hearing loops

Please note: Local Studies opening times are not the same as the main library. 

The times for the Visitor Centre can be found here and those of the Swindon Collection (local studies and family history) are listed here.