Central Library
The Central Library is the headquarters for library services within Aberdeen City.
The building is also home to the Lending Library, the Media Centre, the Information Centre and the Central Children's Library.
Two hour computer sessions can be booked online.
For those unable to visit the library we have a large collection of resources available to download or access via your computer or mobile device including eBooks and eAudiobooks via Borrowbox, newspapers and magazines via Press Reader and various online learning and information resources.
The following services and resources are currently available:
- Books (including large print and audio books)
- Free Wi-Fi and PC access
- Printing facilities
- Free access to Online Resources including: eBooks, eMagazines, family history resources and much more
- Reference and community information
- Electoral Roll
- Which? magazines and online access
- Home Library Service
- Residents Discount Scheme Applications
- Bioliners/Food Waste Bags
- Complimentary Sanitary Products
- Complimentary Childsmile Teethbrushing Sets
- Disabled access
Bookbug sessions take place every four weeks on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10.30am - 11am.
Next sessions:
Tuesday 7 January, Tuesday 21 January, Tuesday 4 February, Tuesday 18 February, Tuesday 4 March and Tuesday 18 March. Booking essential.
Thursday 16 January, Thursday 30 January, Thursday 13 February, Thursday 27 February, Thursday 13 March and Thursday 27 March. Booking essential.
Sign up to become a member online or in person at your local library (proof of identity is required).
Address
Central Library
Rosemount Viaduct
Aberdeen
AB25 1GW
Opening times
9am - 8pm (Monday and Wednesday)
9am - 5pm (Tuesday, Thursday and Friday)
9am - 5pm (Saturday)
Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and from 7pm on Monday 30 December - Thursday 2 January
Phone number
01224 070707