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Ipswich County Library

Northgate Street, Ipswich, IP1 3DE

Ipswich Library

Opening Times

The customer lifts are out of order, there is no accessible access to the first or second floors.

Out of hours book return is available at this library.
 

  • Monday: 09:00 – 18:00
  • Tuesday: 09:00 – 19:00
  • Wednesday: 09:00 – 18:00
  • Thursday: 09:00 – 18:00
  • Friday: 09:00 – 19:00
  • Saturday: 08:30 – 17:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 – 16:00

The Northgate Room will be unavailable due to private events on the following dates:

  • From 14:00 on 2 October to 16:00 on 4 October
  • From 13:00 on 9 October to 17:00 on 10 October
  • All day on 26 October.

Contact details

Facilities

Library facilities

  • Charmed Café: Open Monday to Friday 09:00 – 16:00, Saturday 09:30 – 15:00
  • Cash and cards accepted
  • Display space: Double sided display case available for hire
  • Jigsaw swap and board games library
  • Free menstrual products
  • Baby weighing facilities
  • Home Library Service

Accessibility

  • Acessible toilet
  • Baby changing facility
  • Wheelchair access

Accessibility information on
accessable.co.uk

IT & Printing

Please be aware that printers are turned off 15 minutes before closing.

How to use the library

First time visiting the library? Take a look at our accessibility video walkthrough to show you how to find and navigate this library, so you know what to expect when you visit us.

This video was funded by the LibraryOn programme which is supported by Arts Council England.

Events

Events coming up at this library:

Chat & Chill: Ladies Conversational Group

Library event Chat & Chill: Ladies Conversational Group

Ipswich County Library
Social Groups

Meet new friends and practice your English in a comfortable environment.

Date
Mon 28 Sep 2026
Every Monday
Time
10:00 – 11:30
Place
Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich
Social Groups
Curious Minds Arts Programme

Library event Curious Minds Arts Programme

Ipswich County Library
Suffolk Artlink
Art & Creativity

Explore a variety of art forms whilst developing creative skills and tools to support wellbeing.

Date
Mon 28 Sep 2026
Every Monday
Time
13:00 – 15:00
Place
Ipswich County Library, Ipswich
Art & Creativity
Dementia Support Group at Ipswich

Library event Dementia Support Group at Ipswich

Ipswich County Library
Advice & Support

A weekly support group for anyone experiencing dementia, including family and carers.

Date
Mon 28 Sep 2026
Every Monday
Time
14:15 – 15:45
Place
Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich
Advice & Support
Bring Your Own Book Reading Group

Library event Bring Your Own Book Reading Group

Ipswich County Library
Book Groups

Join our relaxed reading group, explore new stories and meet new friends.

Date
Tue 29 Sep 2026
On the last Tuesday of every month
Time
17:15 – 18:45
Place
Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich
Book Groups
Inside the Lines

Library event Inside the Lines

Ipswich County Library
Art & Creativity

Enjoy a relaxed colouring session for adults.

Date
Tue 29 Sep 2026
Every Tuesday
Time
10:15 – 11:45
Place
Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich
Art & Creativity
SNAIL: Sports Nostalgia at Ipswich Library

Library event SNAIL: Sports Nostalgia at Ipswich Library

Ipswich County Library
Adults

Chat about sports, play fun quizzes and enjoy guest speakers at this weekly group for sports fans.

Date
Tue 29 Sep 2026
Every Tuesday
Time
14:15 – 15:45
Place
Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich
Adults

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