Western Bank Library
Find site-specific resources and information to help you plan your visit to Western Bank Library.
Opening hours
Monday - Friday: 9am - 7pm
Saturday - Sunday: 10am - 6pm
Please note that during the exam and assessment period (April 28 - June 7 2025) we will be prioritising access to library spaces for our students. SCONUL R, day visitors, and external readers will not be able to access the library during this time.
May Bank Holiday opening hours
Western Bank Library will be open as normal on Monday 26 May for the May Bank Holiday.
Contact us
University of Sheffield
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TN
Enquiries +44 114 222 7200
Email: library@sheffield.ac.uk
Directions: via Google maps
Planning your visit
To discover more about our library spaces and services you can view our interactive maps.
Learn about access and evacuation
Site-specific resources
Map collections (University login required)
National Fairground and Circus Archive
Research Commons
The Research Commons (on Level 5 of Western Bank Library) is an interdisciplinary, open space designed for collaborative discussion and research. The Research Commons is designed to facilitate creative working in a neutral space, and can be used for general study or hosting research events.
Please note that the Research Commons will not be bookable from 28 April - 16 June so that we can prioritise the space for study during the exam and assessment period.
Find out more about the Research Commons
Library information
Customers with additional support requirements (inclusive learning)
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