In response to the Government’s latest guidance concerning the COVID-19 virus, and in the best interests of our visitors and staff, Derby Libraries will be closing their doors temporarily after business hours on Saturday 21 March. This will be for at least four weeks.
All items are being issued with a return date in June. Items already out on loan have already had their return date extended, although customers may not be aware of this. Members can continue to renew their loans online.
It is a difficult time for all of us, but we would urge library members to make use of our electronic services while they are unable to visit us in person.
Please keep checking our news page for more information.
A new future for your library
Ten Derby libraries will become community managed by the end of February 2020 as part of the Council’s plans.
Direct Help and Advice (DHA) will be responsible for running the ten libraries in partnership with Community Action Derby and Citizens Advice South Derbyshire and City.
You can expect the same service you’re used to, such as book loans and access to computers, but the local charity will also provide vital services right in the hub of your community. This includes legal advice on housing as well as support on benefits and managing debt.
The following libraries have already been handed over to Direct Help and Advice (DHA):
Management of Allenton Library has now been handed over to Direct Help and Advice.
Opening times are Monday 10am – 4:30pm, Wednesday 10am - 5pm and Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Please keep checking this page for any potential changes to this.
Tel: 01332 642310
Management of Allestree Library has now been handed over to Direct Help and Advice.
Opening times are 10am - 4.30pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Please keep checking this page for any potential changes to this.
Tel: 01332 559761
Management of Blagreaves Library has now been handed over to Direct Help and Advice.
Opening times are Monday and Tuesday 10am - 5pm, Wednesday 10am – 3pm, Thursday 10am – 5pm
Please keep checking this page for any potential changes to this.
Tel: 01332 255403
Management of Chellaston Library has now been handed over to Direct Help and Advice.
Opening times are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10am – 4:30pm
Please keep checking this page for any potential changes to this.
Tel: 01332 702614
Management of Derwent Library has now been handed over to Direct Help and Advice.
Opening times are 12pm - 4:30pm on Monday and Tuesday, 10am - 2pm on Wednesday, 10am - 5pm on Thursday.
Please keep checking this page for any potential changes to this.
Tel: 01332 642250 Email: derwentcml@dhadvice.org
Management of Mackworth Library has now been handed over to Direct Help and Advice.
Opening times are Monday 10am to 5pm, Tuesday 10am – 4:30pm and Thursday 10am – 4:30pm.
Please keep checking this page for any potential changes to this.
Tel: 01332 642410
Management of The Phillip Whitehead Memorial Library, Chaddesden Park has now been handed over to Direct Help and Advice.
Opening times are Tuesday 10am - 5pm, Wednesday 10am – 4.30pm, Friday 10am – 4.30pm
Please keep checking this page for any potential changes to this.
Tel: 01332 672352
Management of Sinfin Library has now been handed over to Direct Help and Advice.
Opening times are 10am and 4.30pm on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Please keep checking this page for any potential changes to this.
Tel: 01332 295711 Email: sinfin@citizensadvicesouthderbyshireandcity.org
Management of Spondon Library has now been handed over to Direct Help and Advice.
Opening times are 10am to 4.30pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.
Please keep checking this page for any potential changes to this.
Management of Springwood Library has now been handed over to Direct Help and Advice.
Opening times are 10:30am to 5pm on Tuesday and Thursday; and 10:30am to 5pm on Wednesday.
Please keep checking this page for any potential changes to this.
For more information visit the Libraries news page or visit Direct Help and Advice's website here.
Community Action Derby is helping DHA to recruit volunteers who will play a vital role in contributing to the success of these libraries.
Whether you want to work with customers or behind the scenes, you can contact Community Action Derby for more information on 01332 346266.
Information relating to Coronavirus.
Please note that due to the Coronavirus pandemic and in line with the latest government advice regarding social distancing, facilities and attractions are currently closed and events cancelled or postponed. We will be constantly updating the website and will keep people informed of any changes via social media. We urge visitors to follow Public Health England Guidance regarding Coronavirus.
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