City Library – Newcastle

City Library is a library in Newcastle City Centre. You can borrow books, use computers and take part in activities, training and other services at the centre.

• Large collection of books to lend: fiction, non-fiction, and graphic novels
• 3 hour free public computer and internet access
• Large historical collections of books, periodicals and maps
• Activities for all ages such as reading groups, coding, chess, memory cafe and more
• Exhibitions and displays of art
• Courses and training activities: such as learning digital skills. Find out more here
• Meeting rooms
• Viewing platform.

Newcastle City Library is a Wellbeing Hub. They’re a welcoming place to spend time in Newcastle. They offer a range of support such as hot and cold drinks, free Wi-Fi, place to charge your devices, information, advice and more. Read more about  Wellbeing Hubs

Services available

Citizens Advice Newcastle (CAN) (Level 4): providing a free service which is confidential and open to anyone who lives or works in Newcastle

Work and Thrive Newcastle (Level 2): A one-stop shop for support with training, careers and job advice

Newcastle Council Housing (Level 1): Help with renting a council house. If you are looking for a home you can register and search for properties online with staff on hand to help with any queries

Business & IP Centre Newcastle (BIPC) on Level 3: Intellectual property information and expert advice on a wide range of topics for entrepreneurs and inventors: [email protected]

Get Online Newcastle provide digital skills and training sessions at City Library.

Online library facilities

You can use Newcastle libraries online to:

• Join the library or renew your card. When registered you can use online library services below
• Browse Newcastle Libraries Catalogue online to find books, audiobooks, board games and DVDs you’d like to borrow. You can reserve the item and then collect it during normal opening hours
• Download free audiobooks, magazines and ebooks
• Newcastle City Council services can be completed online including: create an account and make payments for a number of reasons, such as penalties, benefits and waste collection
• Book an appointment for help with your universal credit online claim

Newcastle City Library is a Good Things Foundation digital inclusion hub

Safe space

Refugees and asylum seekers

City Library is a safe space for refugees and asylum seekers to visit. You can use any of the library services described above and:

• Family activities
• Library staff who can help answer questions and signpost to other services including local housing providers and council services
• Community language resources
• Dedicated Library of Sanctuary books to lend
• Reading groups for English language learners

Learning disabilities and autism

The library is autism friendly. Staff are trained. It is a designated Safe Place for people with learning disabilities.

Accessibility

This venue has:

• Accessible formatting
• Braille
• Sign language
• Dedicated seating
• Disabled access
• Easy read
• Induction loops
• Large print
• Disabled parking
• Access statement
• Accessible toilet
• Changing spaces