Birkenhead Central Library

Birkenhead Central Library is open for browsing. We also offer an Order and collect service from this library.

Opening times

Reference Library

Guarantee an appointment

Walk-ins to the reference library are possible, however, priority will be given to people who have booked an appointment due to limited room capacity.

To book a guaranteed appointment, morning or afternoon, contact:

• email: birkenheadreflib@wirral.gov.uk
• Information Services: 0151 606 2149

All appointments will be confirmed via email and it is essential that you arrive at your allocated time.

Library staff assistance

If you require the assistance of staff, please email or phone in advance and give as much detail as possible, so that they can prepare resources to aid your enquiry. Appointments will be confirmed via email.

Printer, scanner and photocopier facilities available.

• email: birkenheadreflib@wirral.gov.uk
• Information Services: 0151 606 2149

Microfiche film reader

If you would like the use of a microfiche film reader contact us to book an appointment morning or afternoon. Confirm the approximate length of time you require the microfiche reader.

• email: birkenheadreflib@wirral.gov.uk
• Information Services: 0151 606 2149

Research request

If you are not in the area you can submit a research request. The first half hour of research is free and there is a charge of £12 per half hour thereafter for this service. There is also an additional charge for commercial research.

• email: birkenheadreflib@wirral.gov.uk
• Information Services: 0151 606 2149

Accessibility for people with disabilities

View full accessibility information on the AccessAble website

Address

Birkenhead Central Library
Borough Road
Birkenhead
Wirral
CH41 2XB

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Telephone: 0151 606 2114
Wirral Libraries General Telephone: 0151 606 2665

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