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Halifax Central Library & Archive

Halifax Central Library & Archive

Culture & Heritage, Disabled Access, Libraries : Halifax

Halifax Central Library & Archive
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Located on the Square Church site next to the Piece Hall, the new Halifax Central Library & Archive blends with the remains of the church into an iconic external design and striking internal layout.

Steps lead up to the Library and to the new fourth gateway of the Piece Hall and access is also be available via a lift, taking people from Square Road to the Library and Archive entrance.

The building has an internal lift to all floors.

As well as the Piece Hall, the new Library and Archive will also have Square Chapel and the Industrial Museum as neighbours – all combining to create a highly interesting and welcoming destination for residents and visitors.

Central Library and Archives services are available six days a week:

Monday 9.30am to 6.30pm
Tuesday 9.30am to 6.30pm
Wednesday 9.30am to 12.30pm
Thursday 9.30am to 6.30pm
Friday 9.30am to 6.30pm
Saturday 9.30am to 4.00pm
Sunday CLOSED
Want more information?
Call 01422 392630 or visit https:www.calderdale.gov.ukv2residentsleisure-and-culturelibrariesyour-local-librarycentral-library
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Located on the Square Church site next to the Piece Hall, the new Halifax Central Library & Archive blends with the remains of the church into an iconic external design and striking internal layout.

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Short Description Located on the Square Church site next to the Piece Hall, the new Halifax Central Library & Archive blends with the remains of the church into an iconic external design and striking internal layout. Steps lead up to the Library and to the new fourth gateway of the Piece Hall and access is also be available via a lift, taking people from Square Road to the Library and Archive entrance. The building has an internal lift to all floors. As well as the Piece Hall, the new Library and Archive will also have Square Chapel and the Industrial Museum as neighbours – all combining to create a highly interesting and welcoming destination for residents and visitors. Central Library and Archives services are available six days a week: Monday 9.30am to 6.30pm Tuesday 9.30am to 6.30pm Wednesday 9.30am to 12.30pm Thursday 9.30am to 6.30pm Friday 9.30am to 6.30pm Saturday 9.30am to 4.00pm Sunday CLOSED
Type Culture & Heritage, Disabled Access, Libraries
Location Halifax
Address Square Road, Halifax, West Yorkshire, HX1 1QG
Phone Number 01422 392630
Web Address www.calderdale.gov.uk/v2/residents/leisure-and-culture/libraries/your-local-library/central-library
Recharge Point No
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Halifax Central Library & Archive

Square Road

Halifax

West Yorkshire

HX1 1QG

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To ensure we offer impartial advice we have provided a link to  ‘Euan’s Guide’ where you'll find detailed access information to many venues across Calderdale and the UK: accommodation, attractions, shops, pubs, restaurants and more.  

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