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Castleford Library Services

Library resources

• Collection of fiction and non-fiction books, including large print and talking books
• Fiction and non-fiction books in foreign languages
• Variety of 'quick picks' and easy access popular material
• Reference and information material
• Newspapers
• Community information
• Local history collection
• Sound and vision collection (DVD and CD rental)

Facilities and Services

• Local study area with the latest 'touch screen' digital microfilm readers
• free computers and internet, Microsoft Office 2010
• Free access to: Ancestry.com and Find My Past
• Self-service checkout
• Colour printing and photocopying, A4 and A3 sizes
• Quiet reading and study area

Childrens resources and services at Castleford Library

• Books to suit all ages from toddler to teenager
• 2 Childrens computers with filtered internet access
• Activities during school holidays – check the library blog 'what's on' page for further information
• Regular school visits for instruction and storytime

Accessibility

• Step-free access (at rear of library)
• Lift to all floors
• Induction loop
• Baby changing facilities
• Accessible toilet
• Registered assistance dogs welcome

Opening Times

New opening times - from 29 September 2014.

Readers Group

There is a readers' group. It meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month, 10:30-12. To join contact the library.