Bury Libraries

Bury Libraries Thinking Outside The Books We provide access to computers and online resources at all of the library service's facilities.

The Mission of Bury Public Library Service is to help individuals and local communities to achieve their full potential by providing reading and learning opportunities, access to digital skills and services and fair and inclusive access to a range of educational, cultural and recreational materials and opportunities. The library service continues to offer a wide range of items for loan; books, CDs and DvDs, and remains an excellent source of information on a wide range of subjects.

From the bestselling author of Me Before You and Someone Else’s Shoes, We All Live Here is a warm-hearted, wry and empat...
01/06/2026

From the bestselling author of Me Before You and Someone Else’s Shoes, We All Live Here is a warm-hearted, wry and empathetic novel about a woman coming to terms with her estranged family.

Reserve your copy now!

Oops! The book hiders sent photos today and we forgot to post them!!! Out and about in Ramsbottom - I wonder if they hav...
29/05/2026

Oops! The book hiders sent photos today and we forgot to post them!!! Out and about in Ramsbottom - I wonder if they have all been found yet?

29/05/2026

We're back in business for another 12 months! The Build a Business project has received funding from GMCA to carry on delivering workshops, 121s, events, networking and more until March 2027 😀
Check out our website www.buildabusinessgm.org to view all the workshops and events across Greater Manchester.
Coming up in the next 2 weeks - Marketing the Essentials at Ashton Library on 3 June, Oldham Library on 4 June and Manchester Central Library on 10 June.

Embark on a journey across Europe with Agatha Christie and some of her most iconic creations in this collection of short...
29/05/2026

Embark on a journey across Europe with Agatha Christie and some of her most iconic creations in this collection of short stories. Read on BorrowBox now!

Friday 29 May – Look for a Book clue 📚🔍 There’s lots to do in Ramsbottom - especially when you’re hiding books! 👀Look fo...
29/05/2026

Friday 29 May – Look for a Book clue 📚🔍

There’s lots to do in Ramsbottom - especially when you’re hiding books! 👀

Look for a book around Ramsbottom town centre today… good luck! 🎶📖

📸 Don’t forget to let us know if you find one!!

🚀 Starting a business? Creating amazing work? Designing your dream brand?Your ideas, brand, creations & designs are GOLD...
28/05/2026

🚀 Starting a business? Creating amazing work? Designing your dream brand?

Your ideas, brand, creations & designs are GOLD 🌟 — make sure they’re protected and that you’re not stepping on anyone else’s rights.

Join our Intellectual Property: Protecting Your Assets workshop
📅 4 June | 10am–1pm
📍 Bury Library

🔍 Understand the 4 types of Intellectual Property
🛡 Learn how to protect your products, services & brand
🌐 Trade online without infringing others’ rights
💡 Get practical guidance to avoid costly mistakes

Perfect for startups, creatives & freelancers.
👉 Book your free spot today: https://tinyurl.com/babevents.

Bury Council Bury Means Business Build A Business in GM Libraries

Bury Town Centre is the chosen venue for our mysterious book hiders today! Look at the photos and see where you recognis...
28/05/2026

Bury Town Centre is the chosen venue for our mysterious book hiders today!
Look at the photos and see where you recognise....

Thursday 28 May – Look for a Book clue 📚🔍 Bury town centre is calling for Look for a Book today! 👀Fancy a book hunt in G...
28/05/2026

Thursday 28 May – Look for a Book clue 📚🔍

Bury town centre is calling for Look for a Book today! 👀

Fancy a book hunt in Gallipoli Gardens? 🌿

Or maybe Victoria Wood’s statue is holding on to a few just across the road… 🎭 ✨

📸 Don’t forget to let us know if you find one!

📅 Date for your diary!🎉 Win an iPad this June!As part of the National Year of Reading, we’re running a fantastic competi...
27/05/2026

📅 Date for your diary!

🎉 Win an iPad this June!

As part of the National Year of Reading, we’re running a fantastic competition open to both new AND existing library members.

📖 From 1–30 June 2026:
✅ Borrow any eBook or eAudiobook on BorrowBox
✅ Get automatically entered into the prize draw (one entry per account)
✅ Be in with a chance to win a brand new iPad!

Whether you’re already using BorrowBox or trying it for the first time, this is the perfect excuse to dive into digital reading.

👉 Find out more: www.bury.gov.uk/libraries-and-archives/libraries-news-and-events/win-an-ipad

27/05/2026

Welcome back – your Prestwich Library reopens at Phoenix Centre

Prestwich Library is set to reopen in its temporary location at the Phoenix Centre, bringing back vital services to the local community.

Following a programme of adaptation works, the library will welcome visitors from Thursday, 28 May 2026, operating from the Phoenix Centre until its permanent new home is completed in Prestwich Village Centre as part of the £100 million redevelopment of the Longfield Centre.

Located within the accessible St Mary’s Park, the Phoenix Centre sits close to other community facilities and benefits from strong public transport links. Visitors can also enjoy the surrounding Green Flag park, offering an ideal opportunity to combine a library visit with time outdoors.

The reopening follows a slightly longer preparation period than originally anticipated. However, work has been ongoing behind the scenes to ensure the space is ready to provide a high-quality service for residents.

Jackie Veal, Head of Wellness and Culture, said: “We know how important Prestwich Library is to the local community and we’re delighted to be reopening at the Phoenix Centre. We’d like to thank residents for their patience and understanding while we prepared the space. Our teams have been working hard to get everything ready, and we’re really looking forward to welcoming everyone back.”

Library opening hours at the Phoenix Centre are unchanged:

Tuesday: 10.00am – 4.30pm
Wednesday: 10.00am – 4.30pm
Thursday: 12.30pm – 7.00pm
Friday: 10.00am – 4.30pm
Sunday: 9.30am – 1.00pm

The Phoenix Centre will offer a range of core library services, including:
Reading provision for all ages
Free computer and Wi-Fi access
Study and community space
Children’s library activities

Residents are encouraged to visit and make the most of the facilities as the library embarks on this exciting new chapter ahead of its future move to Prestwich Village Centre, forming part of the £100 million redevelopment of the Longfield Centre.

Bury Council and nationwide placemaker Muse are working together to regenerate and provide a new beating heart for Prestwich Village.

For more information about library services or to join, visit www.bury.gov.uk/libraries.

For more information about the regeneration programme, visit www.yourprestwich.com or contact [email protected].

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