Since winter 2025, an exciting programme of work has been taking place to refresh our ground floor with a new look and layout and create a beautiful new events space. We are delighted that the ground floor has now re-opened and we can welcome you all back!
Our new space has been designed to be more welcoming, accessible, and flexible, with informal study and meeting spaces and places to simply sit and read. You'll also be able to appreciate more of the original tile features.
Over 130 years after it was built, our Central Library continues to play a key role in the city by delivering a modern, inclusive, innovative and free library service to Leeds residents, businesses, and visitors.
Our children's library will remain in its temporary location on the 1st floor for now, but a fantastic new Children's Read and Play space will open on the ground floor in late September, so watch this space!