Western Bank Library

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Opening hours

Monday - Friday: 9am - 7pm

Saturday - Sunday: 10am - 6pm

Please note that during the exam and assessment period (April 28 - June 7 2025) we will be prioritising access to library spaces for our students. SCONUL R, day visitors, and external readers will not be able to access the library during this time. 

May Bank Holiday opening hours

Western Bank Library will be open as normal on Monday 26 May for the May Bank Holiday. 

Contact us

ÌÇÐÄVlog
Western Bank
ÌÇÐÄVlog
S10 2TN

Enquiries +44 114 222 7200
Email: library@sheffield.ac.uk

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Planning your visit

To discover more about our library spaces and services you can view our interactive maps.

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Learn about access and evacuation


Site-specific resources

Special Collections

National Fairground and Circus Archive

ÌÇÐÄVlog Authors Showcase

Newspapers on microfilm


Research Commons

The Research Commons

The Research Commons (on Level 5 of Western Bank Library) is an interdisciplinary, open space designed for collaborative discussion and research. The Research Commons is designed to facilitate creative working in a neutral space, and can be used for general study or hosting research events.

Please note that the Research Commons will not be bookable from 28 April - 16 June so that we can prioritise the space for study during the exam and assessment period. 


Library information

Study spaces

Library services for visitors

Customers with additional support requirements (inclusive learning)

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