Libraries → temporary closures
Some of our libraries will temporarily close from 2nd August as staff support critical services.
The following branches will remain open:
- Wigan and Leigh town centre libraries will remain open between 10am and 2pm on weekdays.
- Ashton Library will be open 10am to 2pm Monday to Wednesdays, 1pm to 5pm on Thursday and Fridays.
The remainder of the library buildings will be temporarily closed to the public.
Please keep an eye on the web pages for updates, and don’t forget we have online services available too via e-books, audio books and e-magazines, with access to 36000 digital titles, 20000 audio titles and dozens of free to access magazines.
Address
Wigan Life Centre
The Wiend
Wigan
WN1 1NH
Contact us
Email: wigan.library@wigan.gov.uk
Telephone: 01942 827621
Opening hours
Monday - Friday: 10am - 2pm
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- 30 public computers
- One of the borough’s two central libraries
- Part of Wigan Life Centre campus
- Big children’s section
- Library service operates on the ground floor
- Dedicated health section in library
Adult learning courses
Courses are available for individuals aged 19 and above in Learning Zone 2 on the Mezzanine floor. Courses available include, Maths, English, CV writing, job searching and Computers for Beginners.
Please contact 01942 489714 or email Jill Roberts to book.