Library opening times
May Day Bank Holiday 2025
- Monday 5 May: all libraries are CLOSED
For the opening hours of community-run libraries, like Cheylesmore, Earlsdon and Finham, please refer to their websites.
During the closure period you will still be able to access our full range of online resources, such as e-books, e-audiobooks, e-magazines, online newspapers and automated item renewals
Building work at Coventry Central Library
We're doing some building work in the Central Library.
Unfortunately, there may be some inconvenience (including noise) to customers as we improve the facilities. So please be patient with us!
Other libraries will not be affected and our full range of e-resources and digital services will continue to be available.
Bank Holiday opening times
Notice of Bank Holiday times will appear here, as well as on our social media channels, follow us @covlibraries on X, Instagram and Facebook.
Unscheduled closures and service updates
Please contact your local library for opening times and services available. Unscheduled closures of libraries are also announced on our social media channels, follow us @covlibraries on X, Instagram and Facebook.
Libraries and Information Service
Address: Central LibrarySmithford Way
Coventry
CV1 1FY