Access information
The library is situated in the Mainway Shopping Precinct. There is a large free car park, including disabled parking bays close to the library entrance. The library is a single-storey building with ramped access and automatic outer doors.
People with limited mobility may require some assistance with the inner doors but staff are on hand to help.
Reading
In addition to a wide-range of non-fiction titles and popular authors, the library also offers frequently changing feature collections, introducing a greater choice and variety; “Author of the Month” displays; a “Quick Choice” selection for those in a hurry; books in large print; and a small selection of books on audio tape.
A varied selection of ex-library stock is always available at very reasonable prices. Pop in and pick up a bargain.
Please ask our friendly library staff for details about services for housebound customers and those with special needs.
Any title on the library catalogue can be reserved free of charge from the Web Catalogue, in person or over the phone.
A reading group meets in the library on Friday afternoons once a month to discuss a chosen book.
The library hosts occasional reading events throughout the year for both adults and young people.
Children and young people
The library has a spacious children’s area with plenty of room for homework and study. The book train, loaded with picture books is a favourite with the under 5s.
All ages, from tinies to teens are well catered for, starting with board books for babies and progressing through to full-length novels and information books for young readers of all ages. Story packs, offering a picture book and accompanying audio tape, can be borrowed free of charge. A special parent and carers’ collection offers a range of help and advice on topics related to the early years.
A popular under 5s’ storytime, which includes a simple craft activity, takes place every week during school term times. All young children and their parents and carers are welcome. Please ask staff for details.
Young library members wishing to use our free, filtered Internet access for fun, homework, word-processing and e-mails, can join the Young Surfers’ Club. Please ask staff for an application form.
Look out for free fun events throughout the school holidays, including the annual Summer Reading Game.
Local schools, nurseries and playgroups are very welcome to visit by prior arrangement.
Learning
In addition to a wide non-fiction stock, the library offers a small reference section.
There is free internet access, even if you are not a library member (although, of course, we would love you to join!) Colour printing is available at a small charge.
The library hosts occasional free computer-based events such as “Silver Surfer” sessions and help with family history on the web.
CommunityThe library has a good selection of leaflets detailing local events and places to visit, plus a community noticeboard.
A black and white photocopier is available for A4 and A3 copying.
A small display case contains items of local interest from Rochdale Museum Service.
Directions from the M62- Leave the motorway at Junction 18 (M66).
- Take M66 towards Manchester/Middleton.
- At the end of the motorway turn right — the second exit on the roundabout onto a dual carriageway — use inside lane.
- Turn left at the second set of traffic lights (A6104) on to Victoria Avenue.
- After approx. 1 mile turn left – major traffic lights – towards Middleton.
- Take third turning on the right onto Mainway (dual carriageway). At the top of Mainway turn left then right onto a small shopping centre car park.
- The library is on the left of the shopping mall.
- For more information please contact the library directly.
Alkrington Library
Kirkway
Middleton M24 1LW
Email: Alkrington.Library@Rochdale.gov.uk
Tel: 0161 643 7799
Monday 9.30am-1pm, 2pm-7.30pm
Tuesday closed
Wednesday closed
Thursday 9.30am-1pm, 2pm-5.30pm
Friday 9.30am-1pm, 2pm-5.30pm
Saturday 9.30am-12.30pm
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