Visit a library
Contents
- Overview
- Opening times
- Return and collect pre-ordered books
- Use a library computer
- Browse shelves
- Renew books
- Online library services and educational resources
Overview
All four Council libraries in South Tyneside are open. You must book an appointment before visiting a library.
You can book an appointment to:
- Collect pre-ordered books
- Use a library computer
- Browse selected shelves
Face coverings are mandatory in libraries, with some exceptions. For full details see Government guidance on face coverings.
Toilets are open for library users only.
No other public facilities are available. Cafes are closed and seating is unavailable until further notice.
Strict social distancing rules must be observed.
Opening times
You must book a slot before visiting, unless you are returning books.
For opening times, check each library page:
Return and collect pre-ordered books
The drop off and collection area is at the front door of the library.
You can drop off books at the library without an appointment.
To collect books, you must pre-order over the phone. We will give you an appointment time to collect your books.
To pre-order, phone the library you want to collect books from:
- The Word - 0191 427 1818
- Jarrow Focus Library - 0191 489 7786
- Hebburn Central Library - 0191 424 7831
- Cleadon Park Library - 0191 424 6194
You can take out a maximum of 12 books at one time.
Use a library computer
You can make an appointment to use a public computer for essential use.
| Days and times | Length of slots available |
|---|---|
| 10am to 1pm, Monday to Friday | 50 minutes |
| After 1pm, Monday to Friday | 1 hour 50 minutes |
| All day, Saturdays and Sundays | 1 hour 50 minutes |
To book a slot, contact the library you would like to visit:
- The Word - 0191 427 1818
- Jarrow Focus Library - 0191 489 7786
- Hebburn Central Library - 0191 424 7831
- Cleadon Park Library - 0191 424 6194
The last slots can be booked 45 minutes before closing.
Browse shelves
To browse books, you must book a slot. Browsing time is limited and there is nowhere to sit and read.
To book a slot, contact the library you would like to visit:
- The Word - 0191 427 1818
- Jarrow Focus Library - 0191 489 7786
- Hebburn Central Library - 0191 424 7831
- Cleadon Park Library - 0191 424 6194
The last slots can be booked 45 minutes before closing.
All shelves will be emptied and cleaned at the end of each day.
Renew books
To renew your book over the phone, contact The Word Library on 0191 427 1818.
You can also renew online.
You can hold onto books until restrictions are lifted. You will not get new fines at this time.
Online library services and educational resources
You can still use the range of online services available. Find out more about our eBooks, eAudiobooks and online magazines.
If you are not a South Tyneside library member, you can join the library online.
Some libraries in the UK are providing online services like live rhyme time sessions and online story times.
Read about online educational resources.