Wilmslow Library

Wilmslow Library, South Drive, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 1NW (view the location of Wilmslow Library on our interactive map)

Phone: 01625 374060
Fax: 01625 374065
wilmslow.library@cheshireeast.gov.uk

Opening Hours

• Renew your loans online or on 0845 1480148 (24 hour)
• Search for a book at this library 
• Not a library member? You can join online!
• Visit the Libraries homepage for further information and services.

What's New

National Libraries Day with Qaisra Shahraz

We're celebrating National Libraries Day on Saturday 4th February with a visit by author Qaisra Shahraz at 2.00pm. Join us for this very special afternoon and hear Qaisra Shahraz, award-winning writer, journalist and playwright, read and discuss the themes and background to the eclectic and exciting anthology, 'Migration Stories' - 16 fictional and fictionalised tales about UK migrants by 16 accomplished writers. Admission is £5.00 and includes afternoon tea.

Valentine's Active Play Session

Join us on Thursday 16th February for a special active play event with our friends in Leisure & Play Development. There are two sessions on the day: at 10.00-11.00am, suitable for 5-8 year olds and at 11.15-12.00pm, suitable for 2-5 year olds. Tickets cost £2.00 per child or £5 for a family ticket. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Cheshire Fertility Support Group

Conceiving a child can sometimes be a journey with many twists and turns, so Cheshire Fertility Support Group is holding a series of meetings in the library in the New Year. If you would like to meet others going through a similar experience and gain some free expert advice, please come along to a meeting. At each meeting the guest speaker will be talking for 20 minutes about how they can benefit fertility, then there will be drinks and cakes and the chance to mingle and meet others.

• Saturday 28th January at 10.00-11.00am, Nutritionist & Naturopath with Nikki Hill
• Saturday 4th February at 10.00-11.00am, Claire Hegarty

Cost is £5.00 per person, per meeting - including refreshments. Please call to reserve your place as tickets are limited: 01625 526800 or 07817 597288.

Ancestry Taster Sessions

Ancestry taster sessions offer the chance to learn how to access the huge amount of information contained on this online resource that can support Family History research. It can also help you to understand what else is available online for people with an interest in local studies or family history. Sessions cost £5.00. If you are interested in booking an Ancestry taster session please contact the library.

Computer Courses

We have an IT Buddy who offers 1:1 sessions for those who do not wish to attend a formal IT course, but who would benefit from some input to resolve an IT problem or gap in knowledge. The IT Buddy is here on Tuesday mornings from 10-12 and Thursday afternoons from 2-4pm. Please contact the library to book a session or for more information.

At Your Library You Will Find

• Aladdin magnifier
• Basic Skills collection
• Books on Wheels
• CDs
• Computers
• Console games
• Customer Service Point
• DVDs
• Exhibitions
• FAX
• Induction loop
• Local Studies
• Meeting room
• Photocopier
• Reading group
• Romany Collection
• Scanner
• Self-service terminals
• Supernova

Activities

Monday

• Under 5s Storytime - 11.00-11.30am - term time only. Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer. 

Tuesday

• IT Buddy - 10.00-12 noon. Please book in advance at the library.

Thursday

• Under 5s Rhymetime - 11.00-11.30 - term time only. Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer. 
• IT Buddy - 2.00-4.00. Please book in advance at the library.

Other Organisations in the Library

• Wilmslow & Alderley Edge Children's Centre. Themed Stay and Play sessions held every Wednesday during term time at 10.00-11.30am. Free events, but please contact the Children's Centre to book a place. For details about these sessions call the Children's Centre on 01625 383095.
• Age UK (formerly Age Concern) Information Desk in the library on Tuesday and Wednesday at 9.30am - 12.30pm.
• Wilmslow Express reporter on Thursday at 10.00am - 12.00pm. They will take articles and stories for the weekly publication.  

Where is the library? How do I get there?

Browse the location of Wilmslow Library on our interactive mapping system.

Directions

Wilmslow library is situated in the centre of Wilmslow on South Drive, behind Hoopers and opposite Sainsburys.

Public Transport

The library is within walking distance of Wilmslow Railway Station and several bus stops.

Parking

Parking is available in the Sainsburys Pay and Display car park.

Disabled Parking

Disabled parking spaces are available in Sainsburys car park.