Blackpool libraries

Current library changes

Due to COVID-19, not all libraries are open at present.

Blackpool library service is currently operating the following temporary opening hours:

Anchorsholme Library

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
10.00am to 1.00pm

Central Library

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
10.00am to 4.00pm

Layton, Moor Park, and Palatine libraries

Monday and Friday 10.00am to 4.00pm
Saturday 10.00am-1.00pm

Revoe Library

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
1.00pm to 4.00pm

All other libraries will remain closed until further notice.

To ensure the safety of customers and employees you will only be able to:

• Access computer facilities for essential purposes, excluding copying and printing
• Collect pre-ordered books

Sadly, whilst we are under national lockdown customers will not be allowed into the buildings to browse or borrow items.

For those using the essential ICT services, there will be some necessary restrictions and procedures in place, including:

• Face coverings must be worn in the library
• Mandatory hand sanitising on entry and exit
• Reduced visitor capacity
• Limited time on library computers (for 45 minutes per person per day)
• Use of protective screens at counters and around computer terminals
• No public toilet access or casual seating

Customers will also have to provide contact details to assist with the NHS Test and Trace programme.

For note, the At Home Library Service will continue to operate under COVID-secure procedures during this period.

Thank you for your understanding and support with this.

For more information and to keep up to date with developments, please visit:

• Facebook: blackpoollibraryservice
• Twitter: @bpoollibraries

If you have any queries please get in touch:

Email: library.info@blackpool.gov.uk

or call one of the libraries during opening hours.