Hadrian Square
Byker
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1AL
Phone: 0191 278 8400
Fax: 0191 278 8404
E-mail: eastend.library@newcastle.gov.uk
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The East End Library shares the same building as the East End Pool and Gym. The library has level access and ramps to all areas. The building has public toilets including an accessible toilet . The car park is free and is reached from Shields Road via Potts Street.
Monday: 9.00 – 8.00
Tuesday: 9.00 – 5.00
Wednesday: 9.00 – 5.00
Thursday: 9.00 – 8.00
Friday; 9.00 – 5.00
Saturday; 9.00 – 5.00
Sunday: 10.00 – 2.00
Persian Collection
A collection of books in Farsi is available at East End Library
Book lending service to adults and children, covering fiction, non-fiction and large print.
Homework and family support collection
Enquiry Desk
Reading Group – monthly
Car Manuals
Gay & Lesbian collection
Graphic Novels collection
Language CDs collection
Foreign Language books – including a collection of Persian books
Asian Language books
Newspapers and magazines
Foreign language newspapers and magazines
CDs for hire
DVDs for hire
Free Loan Videos
Public Fax Service
People’s Network computers for adults and children
Quick Access computers
Black & White Printer
Colour printer
Black & White photocopier
Colour photocopier
Community information and welfare leaflets
Display space
Class visits
Surestart Play and Learn session weekly
Minibus visits
The Side by Side Information Point at East End Library
The Side by Side Information Point offers a wide range of information for black and minority ethnic communities. It s a pilot project based in the East End library but operates across the City and is available to all Newcastle residents. There is information about services, events, activities and groups in the local area as well as across the city as a whole. If you wish to find out about English language classes, or meet new people by joining groups or coming along to events, the Side by Side Information Point will be able to help you.
You will find the Information Point in the entrance of the East End library. It is staffed by friendly and helpful volunteers and is open at the following times:
Tuesdays 10am-12 noon
Wednesdays: 2-4pm
Thursdays: 4-6pm
You can also phone on 0191 278 8406 or send an email to: bmeinfopoint@yahoo.co.uk
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The Side by Side Accompanying Service
This is a free service to support people of ethnic minority who live in the East of Newcastle and help them access health appointments, services, activities and events.
If you need help using public transport or lack confidence in going to places on your own, Side by Side has trained volunteers who may be able to help you.
For more details you can contact the Side by Side Information Point at the East End library or phone Paul Whitlock at CSV on 0191 232 6616.
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