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Sherburn-in-Elmet libraryInformation about Sherburn-in-Elmet library, including contact details; opening hours; map, directions and access; and facilities, services and activities. You can also search the library catalogue; renew your books and reserve items; join the library; and see our charges and fines. You can also access some services provided by Selby District Council at the library.
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| Day | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
| Hours | 9.30am - 5pm | 9.30am - 5pm | Closed | 9.30am - 6pm | 9.30am - 1pm | 9.30am - 12.30pm | Closed |
Library top tasks
Finding the library, parking and access
The library is to the north of the main traffic lights in the centre of Sherburn, heading up Finkle Hill (signposted to Tadcaster). If you are approaching along the B1222 from the direction of Selby, turn right at the traffic lights. If you are approaching from the direction of Leeds, turn left. The library is signposted just past the chemists and is located to the rear of the row of shops, set back from the road, on your right and before the Co-op supermarket.
All the surrounding villages are served by buses which stop in Sherburn. There is also a community bus which drops off near to the library.
There is a small amount of parking outside the library. The library has automatic doors and all areas are accessible by wheelchair. There are toilet facilities suitable for people with a disability and baby changing facilities.
You can view an interactive location map of Sherburn-in-Elmet library using our online mapping system.
Items available from the library
- books
- DVDs
- large print books
- music CDs
- story tapes
- talking books
Information and facilities at the library
- baby changing
- family history
- fax
- help with your blue badge application is available
- information and leaflets
- internet and computer access
- issuing of bus passes for disabled people
- issuing of bus passes for older people
- language courses
- local studies
- magazines
- meeting room available for hire
- photocopier
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- study area
- tea and coffee
- telephone directories
- toilets
Activities at the library
Books and other items for sale
The library occasionally offers used books and other items for sale. Please contact the library for details.
Citizens Advice Bureau
The Citizens Advice Bureau hold a session on Thursday mornings from 9.30am - 12.30pm. Sessions are by appointment only, please telephone 01757 293015.
Class visits
Class visits may be organised to the library. Please contact the library for details.
Events
For forthcoming events in Sherburn-In-Elmet library and news from all the libraries in North Yorkshire, see the libraries - news and events page.
Fair Trade items for sale
The library has Fair Trade items for sale. Please contact the library for details.
Information technology taster sessions
The library holds information technology taster sessions to introduce people to computers and the internet. Please contact the library for details.
Readers' groups
There is a reading group on the first Wednesday of each month, with coffee and tea provided. Please contact the library for details.
Storytime
A storytime for pre-school children takes place every Tuesday morning from 10.30am - 11am. Please contact the library for details.
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Shared services - Selby District Council
In addition to the usual library services, you can also access some services provided by Selby District Council at their outreach centre in the library. It holds the following surgeries (by appointment only):
| Day | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
| Hours | Not available | 9.30am - 12noon (housing) | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Closed |
See the Selby District Council website for more details of the services they provide at their outreach centres.
