Top 5 Things to Know About Whickham Volunteer Library

1. We're All Volunteers

   Everyone at work in the library is an unpaid volunteer, giving their time and effort to keep Whickham Library open.

   
   

2. Where We Are and When We're Open

   Located in the middle of the village - 9 Front Street

   
   

   Monday & Tuesday - 9am - 5pm

   Wednesday - 9am - 1pm

   Thursday - 9am - 7pm

   Friday - 9am - 4pm

   Saturday - 9 am - 1pm

   
   

3. We're Not Just About Books

   The library is here for your reading needs, but we're also here for the community:

   
   

   Use our computers and printer/copier

   Visit Rhyme Time for babies & toddlers

   Come to our Wednesday Movie Matinée

   Relax in our Library Lounge

   Read a newspaper

   Have a cup of tea or coffee, and a biscuit

   
   

   Your library provides a warm, friendly space.

   
   

4. We Have Spaces to Hire

   Our Community Room, our Library Lounge, and Office Space are availble to hire. Get in touch to find out more

   
   

5. We're A Charity And We Need To Raise Funds To Stay Open

   Our building still belongs to Gateshead Council, who maintain it, supply us with books, support the IT system, and provide help and advice - but we're responsible for the day-to-day costs of the library. We raise funds by:

   
   

   Book sale of donated books

   Fairs and Events

   Donations

   Room Hire

   Applying for grants

   
   

   Please support is in any way you can

   
   

   A huge thank you to all of our supporters, volunteers and visitors!