Libraries NI Latest Service Updates
If there are unavoidable changes to services or events, we will announce these on social media when possible. Thank you for your understanding.
Winter opening hours will be in operation across all libraries from Tuesday 1 September, with late night opening available once again for customers.
For full details of your local library's opening hours, please keep an eye on our website or check local Facebook pages from Tuesday 1 September.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the notices below.
UPDATES RELATING TO LIBRARIES INCLUDING TEMPORARY AND EXCEPTIONAL CLOSURE DATES:
- Enniskillen Library:
Libraries NI can confirm that a contractor has now been appointed and work will soon commence on the new Enniskillen Library.
In order for this work to proceed, Enniskillen Library will close to the public from Monday 21 September 2026, with the last day of opening on Saturday 19 September. All events and activities planned for Saturday 19 September will go ahead as scheduled.
The closure marks an important stage in plans to provide a new, modern library for Enniskillen and the wider community. Customers are encouraged to keep an eye on the Libraries NI website and social media channels for the latest updates.
- Bangor Carnegie Library:
Customers planning to visit Bangor Carnegie Library over the coming weeks should be aware of resurfacing works on Hamilton Road/Park Drive, which may affect access and parking in the area.
Monday 24 August – Friday 4 September
Lane closures will be in place from 9.30am–6.00pm, Monday to Friday, with no on-street parking available during these times.
Monday 7 – Friday 18 September
Night-time road closures will be in place from 7.00pm–6.00am, Monday to Friday.
Bangor Carnegie Library will remain open as usual, but if you're visiting us, please allow a little extra time for your journey and be aware that parking close to the library may be limited.
Thank you for your patience, and we look forward to welcoming you.
- Colin Glen Library will close at the earlier time of 4:00pm on Friday 4 September. Alternative libraries include Suffolk and Lisburn Road.
- Donaghadee Library will be closed from 4:00pm - 4:30pm on Wednesday 9 September. Alternative libraries Newtownards and Comber.
- Belfast Central Library's customer lift is currently unavailable while essential maintenance work is carried out. Customers who require lift access can use the staff lift to access all floors of the library. Please speak to a member of staff who will be happy to assist. We apologise for any inconvenience.
- Lisburn City Library's first to second floor escalator currently isn't working. However, there is access to the second floor via the lift and stairs.
UPDATES RELATING TO OUT OF HOURS SERVICE, AVAILABLE IN SOME LIBRARIES:
More information on the Out of Hours Service
UPDATES RELATING TO MOBILE LIBRARIES:
- Bangor and Lisburn Mobile Library is temporarily unavailable due to essential vehicle maintenance.
- Causeway Mobile Library The Causeway Mobile stops schedule will be changing from Monday 7 September 2026; please check back here for details.
- Craigavon and Armagh Mobile library is temporarily unavailable due to essential vehicle maintenance.
- Dungannon Mobile Library is temporarily unavailable.
UPDATES RELATING TO HOMECALL SERVICE:
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DIGITAL LIBRARY SERVICE CHANGES
Libraries NI’s digital library service will no longer be available through the Borrow Box app after 31 January 2026 at 11:59pm.
From 1 February 2026, Libraries NI’s digital library will be available through the Libby app only, bringing eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers and eMagazines together in one place.
What this means for you:
• If you use Libby, nothing changes — you can continue reading and listening as normal
• If you use BorrowBox, current loans or reservations may end when the app closes
If you have items borrowed through BorrowBox, you may wish to finish them before 31 January.
Getting started
Watch our short online video, which shows how to download Libby and start reading or listening. If you’d rather speak to someone in person, staff in your local library can help when you visit.
