Langside Library
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Langside Library is to undergo a major refurbishment through funding from Glasgow City Council’s Community Asset Fund, to improve the service to better meet the needs of the local community.
The programme of works at Langside Library will include, a new, flat level, accessible main entranceway on Battlefield Road, an exciting children’s zone, an improved adult reading and study area. A bookable community meeting and learning room equipped to support local community activities, and re-arranged interior spaces will provide flexibility to meet a variety of uses. Additionally, more customer toilets will be provided, including a Changing Places toilet.
During these works the nearest alternative libraries are Pollokshaws and Govanhill.
For more information along with plans see below. The plans will also be displayed in Langside Library.
Feedback from the public engagement can be found here
Opened in 1915, Langside Library offers a wide range of services and activities in relaxing and inspiring surroundings. With thousands of books and a programme of weekly classes and events, our friendly staff will always be on hand to help you get the most out of your visits.
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Plan your visit
Monday | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
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Tuesday | 10:00am - 8:00pm |
Wednesday | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
Thursday | 10:00am - 8:00pm |
Friday | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
Saturday | 10:00am - 5:00pm |
Sunday | Closed |
Accessibility guides
Read the accessibility guide for Langside Library on AccessAble
Accessible toilets
The accessible toilet is 25m (27yd) from the accessible entrance, located adjacent to the main entrance.
Read our autism-friendly guide to Langside Library.
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome. We can provide a bowl of water for an assistance dog.
Wheelchair access
Baby changing
Baby feeding
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
Photography and video recording
On occasion, Glasgow Life will be on the premises to film and take photos.
Study spaces
Free wifi
Location Map
Designed by Glasgow School of Art Students in the 1920’s, the twenty-one foot by seven foot mural for Langside Library was entitled ‘Queen Mary at the Battle of Langside’ and was official handed over to the Corporation of the City of Glasgow on the 6th January 1920.