Ipswich County Library

Northgate Street, Ipswich, IP1 3DE

Ipswich Library

Opening Times

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

Contact details

Facilities

Library facilities

The Charmed Café is available for refreshments on the ground floor.

  • Monday to Friday: 09:00 – 14:30
  • Saturdays: 09:00 – 13:30
  • Sundays (from 8 November to 20 December): 10:00 – 14:00

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:

All Hands on Tech

Library event All Hands on Tech

Ipswich County Library
Digital Skills

Fun digital activities, games and puzzles for children aged 3-11.

Date
Sat 14 Nov 2026
+ 83 more dates
Time
14:15 – 15:30
Place
Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich
Digital Skills
Children's Crafts at Ipswich

Library event Children's Crafts at Ipswich

Ipswich County Library
Children & Families

Enjoy a range of craft activities for children and families.

Date
Sun 15 Nov 2026
Every Sunday
Time
10:30 – 11:30
Place
Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich
Children & Families
Lego Club at Ipswich

Library event Lego Club at Ipswich

Ipswich County Library
Children & Families

Get involved in fun creative Lego building activities.

Date
Sun 15 Nov 2026
Every Sunday
Time
14:15 – 15:30
Place
Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich
Children & Families
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 16 Nov 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 16 Nov 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 16 Nov 2026
Every Monday
Time
14:15 – 15:45
Place
Ipswich County Library, Northgate Street, Ipswich
Advice & Support

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