Shard End Library
www.birmingham.gov.uk/shardendlibrary
Tile Wall project at Shard End Library
See the unveiling of the Tile Wall project generously supported by Stoford's.
Keep up to date with what's happening in the area on the Hodge Hill Arts Facebook page
See bottom of page for What's On at Shard End Library leaflet to print.
New Online Library Catalogue
This is now available. To search the catalogue click Online Library Catalogue
To renew and reserve online click Login to the Online Catalogue
Keep Birmingham Working
This is a broad partnership initiative, delivered through libraries, to help people in Birmingham find work, start a business, learn new skills or become self employed. Your local library is a community hub that can help you back into the world of paid employment, or be your own boss and upgrade your skills through its range of services. Find out more about our Library Work Clubs and Enterprise Clubs.
Shard End Crescent,
Shard End
UK
B34 7AG
Transport
The number 55 (National Express and Claribells), 59 from Lea Village to Kingshurst and the 53 Erdington to Smiths Wood via Heartlands Hospital.
The National Express 55 now turns right at shops down to Packington Avenue then left up Packington Avenue stopping opposite the park by Shard Way
Parking
There is a large car park in front of the library with a 3 hour maximum stay
Text Phone 0121 464 6779
Closure Details for Public Holidays
Shard End Library Location Map
Tell us what you think about Shard End Library
Library Manager Liz Parkes
Resources
Community Room available for hire
Large spacious room can hold a maximum of 60 people, ideal for birthday parties, special occasions, meetings and conferences. For room availability and booking enquiries please ask a member of staff.
Study space.
Display space for local groups.
Internet access.
Find out if your library has books and newspapers in your language
Help and Advice
Shard End Neighbourhood Office is situated on the first floor
Thursday 9am-4.30pm
Friday 9am-4.30pm
Appointments only. Tel: 0121 303 1111.
Cole Valley Advice Service @ The Shard
Open door drop-in advice sessions, as well as appointments and home visits are available.
Session times: Monday 9am-5pm (drop-in), Tuesday 9am-5pm (drop-in), Thursday (pre-booked appointments), Friday (home visits/outreach), Saturday 9am-1pm (drop-in).
Information for Learning and Work. All our libraries offer up to date, free and impartial information on local and national learning and work opportunities.
Children and Teenagers
Stay & Play Mondays and Thursdays. 9.30am-11am
For children aged 0-5 and their parents/carers.
A chance for children to take part in a variety of play activities, make new friends and enjoy a healthy snack. Run by the local children’s centre.
Tots’ Tuesdays, 10.30am-11.30am (term time only)
For children aged 0-5 and their parents/carers.
Have fun listening to stories, singing nursery rhymes and making crafts with the library staff.
A-Z of websites for homework - Help with homework online
Teenage Magazines For young people aged 16 and under
Young Libraries Find out more about how children can enjoy the library at www.birmingham.gov.uk/younglibraries
Childcare To find out about childcare facilities in your area, please contact the Family Information Service on 0121 303 3521.
Adults
Shard End Book Club 12 noon-1pm (last Monday in the month)
Interested in books? Join our informal group!
Introduction to Basic Computing Friday 10am-11.30am
FREE 5 week course covering Basic Computing Skills. Limited spaces. If interested please contact the library.
Introduction to Family History Monday 9am-12 noon and 2pm-4pm
FREE sessions. Would you like to discover how to trace your family tree? To book your one-to-one hour long session please contact the library.
Local History Club 2nd Wednesday of the month, 2pm
Friendly group meet for talks and days out! Annual charge for membership.
Local Information
Shard End Library is now one of the local services managed by the Hodge Hill constituency.
Find out useful information about your area (for example childcare, nursing homes, schools performance)