Fenham Library and Community Hub

Fenham Library is part of the Newcastle Libraries Service.

Library services include:

  • browsing and borrowing books for adults and children
  • reserve and borrow books, audio books, board games and more
  • free computer, internet and Wi-Fi access
  • printing, photocopying and scanning facilities
  • reserving books, DVDs, toys, and board games
  • advice on using our BorrowBox app for eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, and eNewspapers
  • study space
  • using the freephone to contact other council services
  • Welfare rights benefits advice drop in sessions available on Mondays 12pm to 2.30pm
  • book rooms for hire

The building also hosts the Men’s Pie Club.

This is a designated Safe Place for people with learning disabilities and autism.

Children and Family Activities

  • Lego Club – Friday 3.30pm to 4.30pm
  • attend our Under 5 Storytime session – Mondays 11am to 11.30am
  • borrow or order a ‘Starting School Book Bag’ – each bag has 4 books to help you talk with your child about starting school.
  • Read, play, craft and make friends at Game Changers social club for 7-11 year olds  – Mondays, 3.30pm (term time)

Reading Groups

We host many different reading groups at our libraries. See the timetable on Book Club Hub.  To join a reading group, contact [email protected].

Crafting and hobbies

  • attend a Knit and Crochet session on Fridays from 1pm to 3pm
  • attend board Games & Lego for all on Saturdays from 11am to 1pm
  • craft sessions are held in the school holidays on Mondays from 11am to midday

Fenham 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

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