Woodhouse Close Library

Opening Hours

Monday 9.30 - 7.00*

Tuesday 9.30 - 5.00*
Wednesday 9.30 - 12.30
Thursday 9.30 - 7.00*
Friday 9.30 - 5.00*
Saturday 9.00 - 1.00
*Closed 12.30 - 1.30

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

Contact Details

Woodhouse Lane
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6JX

Tel: 01388 604612

Email: Woodhouse Close Library

Contact: Margaret Harvey

Location map of Woodhouse Close Library

Location and Access

The library is on Woodhouse Lane next door to the Woodhouse Close Leisure Centre and Swimming Pool. It offers a range of services for you and your family to enjoy. The front entrance and entire inside of the library are on one level; access is available via a small step or ramp and automatic doors. There is an accessible computer with Supernova screen reading software, a large keyboard, adjustable table, and trackerball on request.

Transport and Travel

The nearest bus stops are in Cockton Hill Road and St Andrew's Road. The library has its own small car park, including a space designated for disabled users. There is also parking on the far side of the leisure centre.

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 on request.
• British Standards on-line.
• Community Information Online.
• Computers for public use with Internet Access, and email facilities.
• Display space.
• Telephone translation service.
• Information and enquiry service.
• Information leaflets.
• Language Courses (by request).
• Music scores (by request).
• Photocopying (black & white).
• Reference books.
• Sales of local history publications and small selection of gifts.
• Storysacks for use in the library.
• Talking books.

Regular Events

• Structured library visits for school classes.
• Occassional story telling and craft sessions for children.

Contact Woodhouse Close Library for further information.