Alcester Library and Information Centre

Alcester Library is now offering a Grab & Go Service. 

What is available: 

• Browse and borrow books from our shelves, and self-issue (for up to 30 minutes). 

• Request books online and collect in the library.  

• Staff Select and collect in the library.  We can supply book(s) that you like to read. 

• Computer sessions bookable in advance online, by phone or ask inside (for up 45 minutes). 

• Library Account enquiries & general enquiries including joining. 

• Return books. 

• Photocopier – A3/A4 black and white (staff operated)

• Scanning (self-service). Instructions are available but staff support is limited. Book the Scanner PC to use this service. 

During this time: 

• Please bring your library ticket to use the self service machines (we will help if you forget).  

• We can only allow a limited number of people into the library at any one time.  You may have to wait a short time before entering.  

• You do not need an appointment but visits are limited to 30 minutes.  

• A maximum of 1 family in the children’s area at any one time. 

• All other services remain unavailable. 

COVID-19 precautions: 

• Quarantining and cleaning measures for returned books will be in place, before they are reused, to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19.  Your returned items may not be removed from your account for up to 5 days. 

• Protect yourself and others from coronavirus. In line with Government guidance you are required to wear a face covering when in the library.  Please do not visit the library if you have any of the main symptoms of coronavirus. 

• Libraries are government designated venues where a system must be in place to request and record contact details of their customers, visitors, and staff to help break the chains of transmission of coronavirus. We will therefore collect your name and contact details, at Grab & Go libraries, to support NHS Test and Trace.  

Library Services - latest information 

eLibrary - download eBooks & eAudiobooks, eMagazines, eNewspapers and eMusic for free. 

Telephone 0300 555 8171 for Alcester Library information (depending on your call package, charges may apply). Lines are open: 

• Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm
• Friday 9am to 4.30pm

All County Council managed libraries are closed on bank holidays.

Globe House
Priory Road
Alcester
B49 5DZ

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• books, talking books, large print
• computers with printing – printing is A4 black & white, and colour.
• scanning (self-service). Instructions are available but staff support is limited. Book the Scanner PC to use this service. 
• photocopier – A3/A4 black and white (staff operated)
• Books on Prescription collection – mental health self-help books, eBooks and CDs

Currently unavailable:

• newspapers
• Micro:bits for loan – start coding with tiny programmable computers.  For over eight year olds.
• WiFi
• read and relax area
• study space
• meeting room
• UK Online Centre
• public toilet
• Blue badge (disabled parking permit)
• Concessionary travel passes

Events and activities on Facebook and Twitter, including Rhyme Time.

Currently unavailable.

• Lego Club – last Friday of the month 4pm to 5pm. Creative themed sessions for children to build and create with lego. Term time only.
• Storystomp – Fridays 10.30am to 11am. A fun session for 2 to 4-year-olds and their parents and carers to follow on from Rhyme Time.
• Chatterbooks – book talk, fun games and crafts for 8 to 11-year-olds. Every second Friday of the month, 4pm to 5pm. Term time only.
• Rhyme Time – songs and rhymes for 0 to 2-year-olds, and parents and carers. Wednesdays 10.30am to 11am.

Currently unavailable.

• Silver Surfers – free computer and tablet help sessions for people aged 50 plus. Thursdays 10:00 – 12:00. Drop-in, no need to book.
• Crafternoon Tea. Fridays, 13:30 – 15:00.
• Betty's Crib Club, Mondays 10.00 – 12.00

Currently unavailable.

You can talk to a customer service advisor in Stratford-upon-Avon District Council, using a Customer Access Terminal. Each terminal is equipped with scanners and webcams. The scanner allows you to easily show documents to an advisor and the webcams allow you to interact face to face for a more personal service.

• accessible entrance
• ramp
• public area on one level
• accessible toilet
• accessible parking
• access to low vision
• registered assistance dogs welcome
• facilities for visually impaired
• staff are trained to help
• information available

• Renew a library book
• Search catalogue and reserve
• Join the library
• Library account - login
• Book a computer

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