Wakefield 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.
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Location:
Wakefield One Burton Street
Wakefield
WF1 2DDMain Library: 01924 305 376
Local Studies Library/Museum: 01924 305 356
Opening Hours
| Day | Time |
| Monday | 9am - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 7pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 7pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 4pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Facilities and services
- Maps custom-printed on demand
- Wide range of books and more for all ages
- Large local collection with 1 microfilm reader
- Children's section from toddler to teenager
- Collections of books in foreign languages
- Computers with internet access available for use - pre booking is advised
- School and Group visits are welcome
- 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
- Lift to all floors
- Toilets and baby-change in Wakefield One building
- Parking nearby around the city centre
- Free Wi-Fi
- Printing and scanning facilities
- 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 living with dementia and learning difficulties.