Shotton Library

Opening Hours

Monday Closed

Tuesday 9.30 - 7.00
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday 9.30 - 7.00
Saturday 9.00 - 1.00
Closed for lunch 12.30 - 1.30

If you wish to renew or reserve an item, please go to our Libraries Online page.

Contact Details

Co-operative Terrace
Shotton Colliery
County Durham
DH6 2LW
Email: Shotton Library
Tel: 0191 5261379
Contact: Vi Holt
Location map of Shotton Library

Location and Access

Shotton Library is situated opposite the Co-op; it offers a variety of services and facilities for you and your family to enjoy. The premises have wheelchair access and help is available from library staff. Supernova screen reading software and large keyboard is available on request.

Transport and Travel

The nearest bus stop is behind the library, about 50 yards away. There is a car park behind the library and on street parking is also available.

Services at a Glance

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Services in Detail

• Books for adults and children
• Books in large print
• Book request service
• Books in foreign languages (by request only)
• Books in dual languages (by request only)
• British Standards Online
• Citizen's Advice Bureau
• Community Information Online
• Community Legal Service Quality Mark for assisted information
• Computers for public use with Internet access and email facilities
• Display space
• EITI telephone translation service
• Information and enquiry service
• Information leaflets
• Interview room available for hire
• Language courses (by request)
• Music scores
• Newspaper
• Photocopying (black & white A4)
• Playstation
• Reference books
• Sales of local history books and small gift items
• Talking books
• Video conferencing

Regular Events

• Citizens' Advice Bureau holds a session every Friday 9.30am - 12.30pm