Secure returns boxes are available for the return of items when the Libraries are closed. For renewals telephone +44 (0)1202 965959
Services available outside our opening hours via these web pages include the Library Catalogue (including access to your loans record and renewals);
Contents:>> Bournemouth House Library, Monday 6 to Thursday 9 February, closing at the earlier time of 7pm
| Day | Library open | Help Zone staffed |
|---|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 8am - 9pm | 9am - 9pm |
| Friday | 8am - 9pm BH Library closes at 6pm |
9.15am - 5.15pm |
| Saturday & Sunday | 10am - 6pm | 12pm - 6pm |
In addition to the above, in term time at Talbot Campus part of the ground and first floors of the library building have extended opening hours. This provides access to study spaces including a postgraduate study area, our self-service loans, returns and fine payment facilities, bookable techno booths, computers and printers/photocopiers. These longer opening hours are as follows:
| Monday - Thursday | 8am - midnight |
| Friday | 8am - 10pm |
| Weekends | as per the Library Building opening hours above |
Our opening times during the Christmas, Easter and Summer vacations are generally as follows. Shortly before each vacation, precise details of dates and hours will be published on these pages. Please check dates and times carefully before your visit.
| Day | Library Building | Staffed Service |
|---|---|---|
| Mondays to Thursdays | 8am - 8pm | 9am - 6pm |
| Fridays* | 8am - 6pm | 9am - 5pm |
*At Talbot Campus, parts of the ground and first floors remain open until 8pm for self service and reference use. |
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| Saturdays: Easter & Christmas | 10am - 6pm | 12pm - 6pm |
| Saturdays: Summer vacation | 10am - 4pm | No desk service |
| Sundays: Christmas & Easter vacations only |
10am - 6pm | 12pm - 6pm |
CLOSED IN SUMMER VACATION |
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Studland and Dorset House Open Access Centres are open 24 hours, 7 days a week.