Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council

What will I find at Stockton Central Library?

Built at a cost of £250,000, Stockton Central Library first opened its doors to the public on 24 March 1969.

Its outstanding architecture was highly praised and led to it receiving an award from the Civic Trust. Serving the Borough for more than 40 years, the library has now been given a new lease of life as part of the Stockton Customer Service Centre.

Preserving the best of the original structure and features, and with its state of the art technology, self-issue kiosks and innovative design, this refurbishment marks the start of a new era in the delivery of Library and Information Services to the people of Stockton.

What will I find at Stockton Central Library?

With your free library membership you can enjoy...

• The very latest titles and authors
• State-of-the-art self-service facilities
• A brand new computer suite
• A specially designated area for teens
• A vibrant children's area
• Enhanced reference and study facilities
• Designated local and family history suite
• Designated visual impairment facilities
• Library conference facilities
• Exhibition area
• The new 'Starbooks' café           

What events and activities take place in Stockton Libraries?

Stockton Libraries have a vast range of regular events and activities for all including:

• Author sessions
• Basic IT skills training
• Books & banter
• Craft activities for children & adults
• Parent & toddler groups
• Poetry groups
• Reading groups
• Speakers and presentations
• Story time sessions
• Youth zone with gaming workshops
• Coffee mornings
• Knitting groups

Ask at any Stockton library for further details.