Hallward Library
Welcome to Hallward Library on University Park - supporting the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Social Sciences.
Library updates | Opening times | Visiting | What's available? | Books | Access | Help
- Description
- We aim to stay open in our current opening hours but if we are unable to maintain a reasonable working or study temperatures, we may need to close at short notice.
- Date:
- 10 July 2025
- Description
- The lift at Hallward Library will be unavailable for use from 23 June - 8 September as it is being replaced and upgraded, this will affect access to Level 1, 3 and 4. Find out more on accessing resources and spaces.
- Date:
- 18 June 2025
Contact the Library Helpline via phone, email or Live Chat. Library status
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Opening times
Vacation opening hours
| Day | Library and help desk |
|---|
| Monday - Friday |
8.30am - 8.45pm
|
| Saturday |
9am - 8.45pm |
| Sunday |
9.30am - 8.45pm |
Term opening (from 23 September)
Vacation opening hours
| Day | Library and help desk |
|---|
| Monday - Friday |
8am - 9.45pm
|
| Saturday |
9am - 9.45pm |
| Sunday |
9.30am - 9.45pm |
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Visiting the library
Location
Hallward Library
Library Road
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Library essentials
- You will need your University Card to borrow books and use printing services.
- 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)
Take a look inside
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What's available in the library?
Facilities and study space
Facilities
- Book returns box - outside the entrance available 24/7
- Click and Collect - request items on NUsearch for collection from the library's reservations shelf
- Headphones - available to borrow for up to three hours. Please ask Library staff.
- Help desk - staff are available to help with any queries
- Kitchenette and microwaves - located in the cafe area on level 2
- Laptop loans - for up to 24 hours - make sure to login to laptops before taking them off-campus
- NUsearch PC - search the library catalogue
- Print, copy and scan - print from any university PC or use mobile print
- Self-service machines - borrow and return books, pay fines using a credit/debit card
- Short stay PC - available for use for up to 15 minutes at a time
- Study space - including individual, silent, accessible and group study space
- Water fountains
- Screening Room - Bookable through Resource Booker
- Wellbeing notice board - useful information about university support services
See Access information for details of lifts, accessible toilets and more.
The nearest Prayer rooms can be found in the Portland Building. Visit the Chaplaincy website for more information.
Cafes
Nearby cafes:
- Hallward Library Cafe
- Portland Building
- Starbucks pop-up (Monica Partridge building)
Drinks and cold food can be brought into our libraries. Hot food is not allowed in our libraries.
Cafe locations and opening times
Study space
Drop-in study spaces are available throughout the library.
You can also book spaces up to seven days in advance with Click and Study:
- Study space - individual space with or without PC access
- Silent study space - individual space in a silent area
- Study room (for 1 person) - with PC access
- Calm space - height adjustable desks suitable for students who prefer a less distracting study environment
- Group study room (for 4 or 14 people) - large screen, PC and power
- Height adjustable desks
All study spaces are drop-in online after 9pm.
Enhanced Library Support spaces
Students eligible for Enhanced Library Support can book dedicated study spaces in Hallward Library:
- Enhanced Library Support rooms
- Assistive Technology rooms
Booking Enhanced Library Support spaces
Hallward Library is home to subject resources for the faculties of Arts and Social Sciences.
Not sure where to start? Take a look at our subject guides to discover the key resources for your subject area including books, journals, databases and more.
How to find books and periodicals
Our libraries use the Library of Congress classification system.
You can find the classmark for your item on the library discover tool, NUsearch.
Discover our collections
Find information about visiting the library on AccessAble
Facilities
- Door access via level front door
- The library has four floors, a lift is available
- Accessible unisex WC's
- Low level service point
- Parking for blue badge holders is available in front of the library
- Deaf Alerter system installed
- Hearing Loop situated at reception desk, exit desk and enquiries desk
Access plans
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 Hallward Library at enquiries-hall@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 also contact the library on WhatsApp at 07766 993543.
Health and wellbeing
A Healthy U wellbeing notice board is available in the library. This includes information about support services at the university.
Report and supportGuide to wellbeing support at the university (PDF)
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