Cheltenham Library

First Floor Balcony

Tables on the first floor balcony are available to use on a first come first served basis for quiet study.

Local Studies Library

Cheltenham Local Studies Lending Collection is now available inside Cheltenham Library where you may visit, browse and take books home to enjoy. We are also operating an appointment system for all visitors who request material to collect from Cheltenham Library. 

Make a booking and let us know what materials, type and subject, you are interested in via the Information Request Form

We need 3 working days’ notice and you can order up to 10 items per visit. You can search our online catalogue to see what is available.

Each booking will be confirmed by email with further information about your visit. Please read this information carefully and wait until you have received confirmation before making your visit. If you feel unwell on the day of your visit, please call us on 01242 532686 to rearrange your appointment.

You can also send general enquiries to our Customer Advisers at [email protected]

Library Access

• 'Pay and Display' parking nearby
• Main library (including Local & Family History Library): ramped access at rear of building
• Children's library: level access, automatic doors, baby change facility
• Post box for out of hours book returns (Front door of main library and on Children's Library building)
• Bike racks
• Bus services nearby

Lab Opening Times

You can find the opening times for our Lab below, but please note that as we work flexibly these may be subject to change. Additionally, we typically work by appointment, meaning the Lab Tech may be occupied within these times. Please contact us ahead of your visit if you'd like to ensure a chance to speak with us properly.

Find more information about the Lab via - https://gloslibraries.uk/lab