Western Bank Library
Find site-specific resources and information to help you plan your visit to Western Bank Library.
Opening hours
Monday - Friday: 9am - 7pm
Saturday - Sunday: 10am - 6pm
Easter opening hours
Western Bank Library will be closed from 5pm on Thursday 17 April - 9am Tuesday 22 April.
For information on library resources available during the Easter vacation, check our dedicated FAQ.
Contact us
University of Sheffield
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TN
Enquiries +44 114 222 7200
Email: library@sheffield.ac.uk
Directions: via Google maps
Planning your visit
To discover more about our library spaces and services you can view our interactive maps.
Learn about access and evacuation
Site-specific resources
Map collections (University login required)
National Fairground and Circus Archive
Research Commons
The Research Commons (on Level 5 of Western Bank Library) is an interdisciplinary, open space designed for collaborative discussion and research. The Research Commons is designed to facilitate creative working in a neutral space, and can be used for general study or hosting research events.
Find out more about the Research Commons
Library information
Customers with additional support requirements (inclusive learning)
International scholarships
We offer a generous package of financial support for international students, including undergraduate and postgraduate taught scholarships worth £10,000 towards the annual tuition fee.
Applications are open for existing offer holders for programmes starting in autumn 2025.