Shirley Library

Library details

Shirley Library has something for everyone. It holds a wide range of books and resources for all ages, from babies to those who have retired. Regular rhyme times for babies and toddlers and Storytimes for the under fives take place in the children's library. Adults are also served well with regular Readers Circle, Poetry meetings and visiting speakers. The library has a dedicated computer area for public use, with free access to the internet, and office packages. Photocopying and Fax facilities are also available.

Opening Hours

Contact details

Shirley Library
Church Road
Shirley, Solihull, B90 2AX

Telephone: 0121 744 1076

Fax: 0121 744 5047

Email: libraryarts@solihull.gov.uk

Travelling to Shirley Library

The library is situated in Church Road off the main Stratford Road near to the parish Church of St James.

Bus routes: 4, 6 and 32 which stop close by.
Parking: Free short stay next to the library

Accessibility

Access for wheelchair users, adapted toilet, disabled Parking facility, hearing loop, large print, talking books.

For more information about accessibility please read our Library Facilities Disability Guide page.

Library Services

• Free Computer facilities (Internet, email and word processing) bookable by the hour.
• Spoken word cassettes and CDs
• DVDs for hire
• Community displays
• Photocopying and Fax
• Tourist Information places to visit, walks, etc.
• Local books for sale
• Local History Videos and DVDs for hire

Audio Books go Digital at the Library

Enjoy a new concept in audio books from Solihull Libraries. We now stock the pre-loaded digital audio-book system from Clipper Audio called Playaway. The Playaway audio book is lightweight, compact and very easy to use - simply plug in earphones and press play. Compact and light, weighing only 160g this system is palm sized so users can fit a whole book into their pocket - or carry it around the neck enabling the user to listen anywhere. You can even plug Playaway into a car or home audio system.

The system is easy to use and the simple keypad lets you play, pause, bookmark and even adjust the voice speed. The special Bookmark button - allows the user to set up to fifty bookmarks at the touch of a button so you will never lose your place again.

For more information contact Shirley Library on 0121 744 1076 or ask a member of library member.

Regular Meetings and Events

• Baby Rhyme Time -Tuesdays during term time at 10.30 am and 2.00pm
• Story Time - Fridays at 2.30pm for children under 5
• Readers Group - Mondays every four weeks at 2.00pm. Please ask staff for details
• Poetry Coffee Morning - held quarterly, please ask staff for further details
• Homework Club - Thursday 3.45pm - 5.45pm