As well as fiction and non-fiction sections we have Asian language books, Polish books, local history books and photos, audiobooks, DVDs, a photocopier, meeting rooms and a display area available for hire, computers with free internet access and a colour printer. There is also free Wi-Fi.
We offer access to beginners' computer courses and hold storytime sessions with craft activities for young children every week.
We have full disabled access and an induction loop.
Please ring us on the number below for more information on any of our services.
Opening hours
Monday 9.00am - 7.00pm
Tuesday 9.00am - 7.00pm
Wednesday 9.00am - 7.00pm
Thursday 9.00am - 7.00pm
Friday 9.00am - 7.00pm
Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Address
Shipley Library
2 Wellcroft
Shipley
BD18 3QH
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Information about disabled access at Shipley Library from DisabledGo
Telephone: 01274 437150
Email: shipley.library@bradford.gov.uk
About Shipley Library
This library was opened in 1985 and is part of the ASDA supermarket complex which is well located in the town centre. It is a single-storey building which includes the library, community meeting rooms, with kitchen facilities, exhibition area, and a base for Bookstart in the district. Overall, the building has a floor area of 1437 square metres. The building is fully accessible, having automatic main entrance doors and level access throughout. Parking is available for staff and customers.
As well as over 31,000 books and free internet access, the library offers reading groups, taster sessions for IT learners, and access to information throughout the district.
| Standards | Actual |
|---|
| Floor Area (IFLA 1962): 40 square metres per 1,000 population | 1,437 |
| New items purchased: 216 per 1,000 population | 3,003 |
| Public access computers: 6 per 10,000 population | 18 |
| Book Issues | 140,159 |
| Audio Visual Issues | 9,207 |
| Visitors per Annum: l 6,000 visits per 1,000 population | 284,093 |
