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Reference & Information

Contact Us

 
If you need the answer to any question or problem, the library is often the best place to start.  We will be pleased to help you find the information you need, whatever the subject.
 
Reference & Information
Central Library, Surrey Street, Sheffield, S1 1XZ
Tel 0114 273 4712 (reception)
Tel 0114 273 4736 / 0114 273 4737 (information)
Fax 0114 273 4711
 
or use Enquire - the national 24/7 information service
 

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Opening Hours

 
Monday - 10am-8pm
Tuesday - 9.30am-5.30pm
Wednesday - 9.30am-8pm
Thursday - 9.30am-5.30pm
Friday - 9.30am-5.30pm
Saturday - 9.30am-5.30pm
Sunday - Closed
 
 
Helping people find information is what we do - whatever you need to know our expertise and resources mean that we can help you find the information you are looking for:
 
  • for study
  • for business
  • for your hobbies
  • for general interest
  • for your rights
 
 
Our knowledgeable and friendly staff can help answer your enquiries:
 
  • In person
  • By letter
  • By email
  • Via this website
 
We provide:
 
  • Reception for Libraries, Archives & Information
  • Local information through Help Yourself and EventSheffield
  • Reference and information on a wide range of subjects including:
 
 

The Arts

 
 
 

Built Environment

 
 
 

Education, Training and Learning

 
 
 

The Environment

 
 
 

Events and Local Information

 
 
 

Intellectual Property and Business Information

 
 
 

Metals & Engineering

 
 
 

Sport, Health and Wellbeing

 
 
 

Tracing your Family

 
 
 

Your Rights

 
 
 
We also keep books and journals in a wide range of other subjects including:
 
 
We also hold a selection of newspapers & magazines, including some in Community Languages.
 
Remember even when the Central Library is closed you can still use our 24/7 online resources.