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Central Library
St Peters Square, City Centre, M2 5PD · Manchester
Manchester's flagship public library in a stunning Grade II* listed building at St Peters Square. Houses the main lending collection (City Library, basement), archives, the Henry Watson Music Library, and extensive study facilities. Ideal for older children and teens; events programme runs throughout the year.
Visitor information
Visitor info
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 9am–8pm, Fri–Sat 9am–5pm, Sun closed
- Address
- St Peters Square, City Centre, M2 5PD
- Price
- Free
- Setting
- Indoor
- Parking
- Blue Badge bays on Mount Street; nearest paid car park St Peters Square
- Facilities
- public computers · printing · scanning · self-checkout · wifi · study rooms · cafe · archives · Henry Watson Music Library · City Library lending collection (basement)
- Phone
- 0161 234 1983
Council hours change without notice — check before you go.
Last checked Wed, 15 Jul 2026 · Food nearby, parents’ tips and more in the planner →
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