George Green Library
Welcome to George Green Library - supporting the Faculty of Engineering and the Faculty of Science.
Updates | Opening times | Visiting | What's available? | Access | Help
Library updates
- Description
- The glass lift at George Green Library is currently out-of-order, this means there is currently no lift access to floors Lower A, D or F.
- Date:
- 13 June 2025
- Description
- All the information you need to know about libraries support over the summer vacation - including opening times, borrowing books and accessing resources online.
- Date:
- 3 June 2025
- Description
- Our Postgraduate Summer Series of webinars will be running from 16 June through to July. It covers skills including literature searching and time management for dissertations, criticality, referencing, proof reading, and presentation skills.
- Date:
- 3 June 2025
Contact the Library Helpline via phone, email or Live Chat. Library status
Opening times
Last entry to the library is 15 minutes before the advertised library closing time. Library closing procedures are announced by tannoy.
Vacation opening hours
| Day | Help desk |
|---|
| Monday - Friday |
8am - 9.45pm |
| Saturday |
9am - 4.45pm |
| Sunday |
9.30am - 4.45pm |
Extended opening hours
| Day | Library | Help desk |
|---|
| Monday - Friday |
24-hours |
8am - 9.45pm |
| Saturday |
24-hours |
9am - 4.45pm |
| Sunday |
24-hours |
9.30am - 4.45pm |
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Visiting the library
George Green Library
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
- You will need your University Card to borrow books, print and for access to the postgraduate-only study spaces and general access after 10pm (during extended hours). What if I forget my card?
- Visitor access is permitted during help desk hours only.
- Hot food should be eaten in the cafe area of the library only.
- Please don't leave your belongings unattended, keep them with you at all times.
- Smoking and vaping is prohibited in all university buildings, including libraries.
- University policy prohibits bicycles and scooters being brought into all buildings, including libraries.
- We ask all users to follow the Code of Practice for use of library facilities and services (PDF)
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What's available in the library?
Facilities and study space
Browse the library and book locations using the interactive map of George Green Library.
The following services are available in the library:
- Assistive technology rooms - these rooms can be booked by students eligible for Enhanced Library Support
- Book returns box - return books to the 24/7 book box outside
- Cafe and vending machines - Available on lower A floor
- Water cooler - C Floor
- Click and Collect
- Device charging lockers - visit the lockers on A floor
- Enhanced Support Rooms - these rooms can be booked by students eligible for Enhanced Library Support
- Games zone - puzzles, games and crafts for you to take a break on your own or with friends
- Headphones (with microphone) - available to borrow for up to three hours. Please ask Library staff at the help desk.
- Help desk - Library staff are available to help with any queries
- Laptop loans - for up to 24 hours, visit the lockers on A floor - make sure to login before taking home
- Leisure reading collection - selection of leisure reading titles for you to read in the library or borrow
- Kitchenette - Microwave, sink and cold/hot taps, available on lower A floor
- Postgraduate-only study space - on level F. You will need your University Card for access.
- Print, copy and scan
- Self-service machines - borrow and return books, pay fines using a credit/debit card
- Short stay PCs
- Study spaces and rooms (with and without PCs) - book in advance or walk-in
- Toilets
Nearby facilities
- Prayer rooms - The nearest Prayer rooms can be found in the Portland Building. Visit the Chaplaincy website for more information.
YYou will need your University Card for access to the library after 10pm (during extended hours) and for access to the Postgraduate-only study spaces on Floor F.
Find out more about visiting the library on AccessAble.
George Green Library has:
- door access via level A doors
- six floors, lift available
- accessible unisex WC
- low level service point
- parking for blue badge holders nearby (at the School of Mathematical Sciences)
- Deaf Alerter system installed
Access plans showing emergency exits and refuges:
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Help and support
Contact Library staff
- Library staff (wearing blue lanyards) will be happy to answer any questions about our libraries.
- Email George Green Library at enquiries-ggl@nottingham.ac.uk
- For general library queries, please contact the Library Helpline by email, phone or Live Chat.
Too noisy?
If you are finding it difficult to study because of noise disruption, please let Library staff know.
You can message the library on WhatsApp at 07825 753877.
Health and wellbeing
A Healthy U wellbeing notice board is available in the library (opposite the self-service machines). This includes information about support services at the university.
You will also find a calm space next to the library entrance (opposite Mathematical Sciences). This space has soft furnishings, calming colours, crafts and wellbeing resources.
Report and supportGuide to wellbeing support at the university (PDF)
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