Overview

IMPORTANT - Click on each branch tab for specific information on the opening hours and services available at each of our libraries and social study locations

Please note:All services and working arrangements are delivered in compliance with government and university advice and guidance. As such, services and building availability may change at short notice.

Main Library and T&L Support

Based in the Main Arts outer quad, the Main Library contains textbooks and other printed resources on all subjects, as well as the Welsh Library - a notable collection of printed material, in Welsh and other languages, relating to Wales and other Celtic countries.

During staffed service hours (see table below) our Library support team is on hand to help you with our services and facilities. You can contact the team by emailing library@bangor.ac.uk

Main Library is also home to the Teaching and learning support team. This team offers in-depth, subject specific Library Academic Support, as well as study skills to help you get the most from your academic studies. They can also support staff who wish to use technology in their teaching and learning

You may also be interested in our Archives and Special Collections, located next door to the Main Library.

Opening Hours

Services and facilities 

Library Collections, browsing, borrowing and returns

There are no current restrictions on browsing and you are free to borrow and return loanable material using one of the self-service kiosks during opening hours. Alternatively, you may wish to use our Click and Collect service

After the library closes, it is possible to return books via the return bin in the outer foyer until 9pm every night. You do not need your ID card to make a return. You can also return items via the book locker at Normal Site and the book return bins at University Halls of residence.

Study Spaces and PCs

The Main library offers a range of different study spaces, from social and collaborative spaces in the social learning room off reception to quiet and silent spaces in the reading rooms – please note social distancing measures are currently in place in some seated areas

A limited number of PC are available on site. The locations of all computer rooms and study spaces across campus is available to view online here

Print, Copy, Scan

Machines are available for printing, copying and scanning. Please buy credits online here

Assistive Technology Room

Students who have a PLSP in place can use the Assistive Technology room sited off the social learning room. The room is available on a drop-in basis.

Eating and drinking

A vending machine is available in the social learning room. You are welcome to bring in your own food and drink too but please only eat in the social learning room or one of the red or black sofas – please don’t eat in the reading room

Contact details

Email: library@bangor.ac.uk

Telephone: +44 (0) 1248 382983

Main Library
College Road, Bangor, LL57 2DG

Deiniol Social space and IT support

Adeilad Deiniol is home to our IT support team and also contains a range of PC and Social learning/study spaces.

The IT support team are based in the foyer area, but can be contacted online (helpdesk@bangor.ac.uk) or by phone (01248 388111) and not just in person.

A member of the library support team is also based in the foyer and can assist with library queries as well as provide support with building services and equipment. For in-depth subject specific support please contact the Teaching and Learning support team

The support desk in the foyer is also the place to go to collect your ID card. NB if you have a query about ID cards please email library@bangor.ac.uk in the first instance

Opening Hours

Facilities

There are fixed PCs running for you to use (currently configured for Covid safe working).The locations of all computer rooms and study spaces across campus is available to view online here

There is also plenty of space to work with your laptop/tablet with extensive Wifi and recharging points. Students who have a PLSP in place can use the Assistive Technology room which available on a drop-in basis

Print/copy/scan machines are also available. Buy credits online here.

Update on library book moves Feb 2022

• Science, Psychology and Healthcare Sciences book collections that were based on site have been transferred to the Main Library.
• A self service kiosk and book bin is still available within the foyer for library book returns, alternatively, you may return your books directly to the Main Library.

Contact details

IT

Email: helpdesk@bangor.ac.uk

Telephone : + 44 (0) 1248 388111

Library

Email: library@bangor.ac.uk

Telephone: +44 (0) 1248 382984

Normal Site Social and learning space

Based on the Normal site, Holyhead Road, the Social and Learning Space occupies the former Normal Site Library. Lending material previously held at the Normal Site library has been transferred to the Main library.

The facility is available 24/7 (note - you will need your ID card to access at times). There are fixed PCs running for you to use (currently configured for Covid safe working).The locations of all computer rooms and study spaces across campus is available to view online here

There is also plenty of space to work with your laptop/tablet with extensive Wifi and recharging points. Print/copy/scan machines are also available. Buy credits online here.

It is possible for staff/ students who are based on the Normal site to pick up click and collect requests via the book locker in the Student Social and Learning Space. Select “Normal Site Locker” when making your request on Library Search. Books can also be returned via the book locker.

Wrexham Library

Located on the Wrexham Campus, the library provides extensive resources for staff and students working and based onsite, and contains print collections covering Nursing, midwifery, radiography and health sciences

During staffed service hours (see table below) our Library support team is on hand to help you with our services and facilities. You can contact the team by emailing library@bangor.ac.uk

You may also be interested in our Teaching and learning support team. Based in the Main Library, this team is able to offer remote in-depth, subject specific Library Academic Support, as well as study skills to help you get more from your studies. They can also support staff who wish to use technology in their teaching and learning.

Opening Hours

Services and Facilities

Library Collections, browsing, borrowing and returns

There are no current restrictions on browsing and you are free to borrow and return loanable material using one the self-service kiosks during opening hours. Alternatively, you may wish to use our Click and Collect service

When the library is closed, it is possible to return books via the return bin outside the building.

Study Spaces and PCs

The library offers study spaces and PC access. Please note Social distancing measures are currently in place in some seated areas.

A limited number of PC are available on site. The locations of all computer rooms and study spaces across campus is available to view online here.

Print, Copy, Scan

Machines are available for printing, copying and scanning. Please buy credits online here

Contact details

Email: library@bangor.ac.uk

Telephone: +44 (0) 1248 383919

Bangor University-Wrexham Library
Berwyn House, Archimedes Centre, Wrexham Technology Park, Wrexham. LL13 7YP

Pontio Social Study

Our PC & Social learning spaces are located on level 5 in Pontio (you will need your ID card to access at times).

There are fixed PCs running for you to use (currently configured for Covid safe working). The locations of all computer rooms and study spaces across campus is available to view online here

There is also plenty of space to work with your laptop/tablet with extensive Wifi and recharging points.

Opening hours are extensive and you can enjoy the other facilities of Pontio making it a great place to work in your own time.