Castle Bromwich Library

Library details

Castle Bromwich Library is a spacious building with ramped access, having a traditional interior with plenty of areas to sit and relax. There is a wide range of books and other resources including a well laid-out children's library. There are a number of free access computers and a photocopying and fax service. Regular events include Storytime for under 5's (we have baby changing facilities) and a monthly adult group featuring a wide range of speakers and topics.

For information on forthcoming events visit the events in libraries page

Opening Hours

Monday	10:00 - 19:00
Tuesday	10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	10:00 - 19:00
Friday	10:00 - 17:00
Saturday	10:00 - 17:00

Contact details

Castle Bromwich Library
Hurst Lane North
Castle Bromwich, Solihull B36 0EY

Telephone: 0121 747 3708

Fax: 0121 748 5919

Email: libraryarts@solihull.gov.uk

Travelling to Castle Bromwich Library

On Chester Road (B4119) turn right into Hurst Lane North (coming from Kingshurst direction) at traffic light junction with Morrisions Supermarket on corner. The library is on the right between the Clinic and Castle Bromwich Infants School.

Bus Routes: Bus Routes: 54 and 71 get off on Chester Road at the end of Hurst Lane North by Morrisions Supermarket. Buses 966 and 94 get off on Green Lane by Castle Bromwich Infants School.

Parking: next to the library.

Accessibility

Access for wheelchair users and disabled parking, hearing loop, large print, low vision resources, taped books.  For more information about accessibility please read our Library Facilities Disability Guide page.

Services

• Free Computer facilities (Internet, email and word processing) bookable by the hour.
• Careers Information
• Community information
• Newspapers and periodicals
• Children's story cassettes
• Children's DVD's for hire
• Local Information board
• Photocopying and fax.
• Family Matters Books and information on bringing up children

Regular Meetings and Events

• Castle Bromwich Library Group 4th Friday in the month at 10am
• Storytime for Pre-School Children Friday 2.15pm - 2.45pm
• Homework Club every Thursday (term time) 3.45pm- 5.15pm
• Local Councillors Advice Surgeries - held on the first Saturday in the month 10.00am -12.00
• Family Learning Boxes for loan - which include books, toys, activity sheets, story tapes and more. 
• Learn Direct Courses - Mondays by prior arrangement - ask staff for booking details.
• Saturday 13th February 11 –12 noon -Come and join in with our Saturday story time and craft session for children aged 5-8 years old. Please book (747 3708)
• 'Family fun for the under 5's' with Sally Tonge Tuesday 9th February 2010 from 2.00-3.00 - Storytelling, songs and rhymes to help you share the magic of storytelling and word play with your child. There will be lots of ideas for developing reading and language skills and fun for everyone. All children must be accompanied by an adult please book your free place by calling the library.
• Thursday 18th February 12- 1 pm - Your local neighbourhood policing team will be available to discuss any local policing issues you may have.
   (No need to book just come along).