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Hallward Library

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

Library updates

Hallward Library partial closure on Sunday 15 December

Description
Hallward Library will be closed for access to study space all day on Sunday 15 December. Books can still be returned and collected.
Date:
12 December 2024

Libraries opening times and support over the winter vacation

Description
Information about library opening times, loans and support during vacation.
Date:
3 December 2024

Disability Recognition Month in Libraries

Description
Join us in celebrating Disability Recognition Month from 14 November - 20 December, we've got a fantastic reading list and we'll be expanding our collection with your book suggestions.
Date:
13 November 2024

 

Contact the Library Helpline via phone, email or Live Chat. Library status

 
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Opening times


Winter vacation opening hours
DateOpening times
Saturday 14 December

9am - 8:45pm

Sunday 15 December 

Closed - open for returning and collecting books only

Monday 16 - Friday 20 December

8:30am - 8:45pm

Saturday 21 December

9am - 8:45pm

Sunday 22 December 9:30am - 8:45pm
Monday 23 December - Wednesday 1 January Closed
Thursday 2 January onwards  Open - Vacation hours

Vacation opening hours from 2 - 12 January

DayLibrary and help desk
Monday - Friday

8am - 8.45pm

Saturday 9am - 8.45pm
Sunday 9.30am - 8.45pm


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Visiting the library

Location

Hallward Library
Library Road
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD

Library essentials

  • Bring your University Card or Library Card for entrance. What if I forget my card?
  • 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.
 
 
 

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

 
 

Books and locations

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

 

Access

You will need your University Card or Library Card for access to the library. Visitor access

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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King's Meadow Campus
Lenton Lane
Nottingham, NG7 2NR

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