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
Library closing arrangements:
Levels 2 and 3 will close 30 minutes before the building closes.
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.
Between 17 June - 31 October 2025, we will be undertaking essential work on the lift at Western Bank Library. As a result, Level 5 and the Research Commons will not be accessible without using the stairs, and there may be some noise disruption on site as this work is completed.
Find out more about the Research Commons
Library information
Customers with additional support requirements (inclusive learning)
Experience Sheffield for yourself
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