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Christmas Opening Hours at the Health Library

 The Health Library will have reduced opening hours over the Christmas holidays. Please check before you visit.

Opening Times:

  • Friday 23rd Dec :: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Saturday 24th to Tuesday 27th Dec :: Closed
  • Wednesday 28th to Friday 30th Dec :: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Saturday 31st Dec :: Closed
  • Sunday 1st to Monday 2nd Jan :: Closed
  • Tuesday 3rd Jan onwards :: normal opening times

You can check your Library account online by logging in to Library Search. Online resources are available via our website.

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