South Elmsall Library
Welcome to Wakefield Libraries - fine free and no ID.
Read, learn, connect and relax in our welcoming libraries. With thousands of books to choose from, local history resources and more. You can access the internet for free. We have lots of free events, activities, learning opportunities. There is something for everyone. Anyone who lives, works, studies or visits the district can join the library. It's free to join, we are fine free and you don’t need ID, you can even access many of our services from home.
Opening hours
| Day | Time |
| Monday | 9:30am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 9:30am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30am - 1pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9:30am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Facilities and services
- Access to a wide range of books and more for all ages
- Local and family history collection
- Microfilm reader
- Children's section from toddler to teenager
- Computers with internet access - pre booking is advised
- Free Wi-Fi
- Printing and scanning facilities
- Self-service check-outs
- Programme of weekly activities for all ages - sessions to be booked in advance
- School and group visits welcome
- Accessible facilities, induction loop
- Pay and display car park behind library
- Tovertafel*
- Cycle parking, borrowable lock and mini repair kit onsite
*We are proud to offer Tovertafel, a magic table stimulating both physical and emotional activity encouraging social interaction that creates moments of happiness for people with dementia and learning disabilities.
Contact Us
Libraries Services Wakefield One PO Box 700 Burton Street Wakefield WF1 2EB