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Birkby & Fartown Library

Birkby & Fartown Library

Discover a warm, peaceful community hub at Birkby & Fartown Library, offering a welcoming environment for reading and learning.

About

Birkby & Fartown Library serves as a cherished community resource in Hillhouse, Huddersfield. This local library is highly regarded by visitors, boasting an excellent Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. It's known for providing a tranquil and welcoming space for residents to explore books, access information, and connect.

The library offers a diverse collection of books and resources for all ages, catering to a range of interests. Visitors consistently highlight the warm and helpful nature of the staff, who strive to create a supportive and engaging environment for everyone who walks through its doors. It's a place where learning and community spirit thrive.

Visiting Information

Birkby & Fartown Library operates with varied opening hours from Tuesday to Saturday, remaining closed on Mondays and Sundays. The venue is committed to accessibility, featuring a wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom for the convenience of all visitors. While specific payment options are not provided, library services are generally free to use with a membership.

4.7

from 20 reviews

Google Reviews

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Showing 5 of 20 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 31 January 2026.

Anonymous
5/5
5 months ago

Very quite and peaceful place to read.

Anonymous
5/5
a year ago

Amazing library. The staff are ever so welcoming and very helpful. It is in a convenient location with a lovely warm environment.

Anonymous
5/5
2 years ago

I volunteer here once a week and I love it, have learned so many new skills, and it's such a warm, calm, safe, peaceful space and the staff are so lovely and patient and have really helped me and everyone who comes in x

Anonymous
4/5
3 years ago

Newly built with its own outside space to enjoy a book or a chat, staff very professional, helpful. Only drawback is the internet speed which needs significant upgrade.

Anonymous
5/5
7 years ago

My mum use to work here and she took us here a lot of the time, it’s a great place and hopefully it won’t shut down

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📍 Lea St, Hillhouse, Huddersfield HD1 6HF, UK

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Lea St, Hillhouse, Huddersfield HD1 6HF, UK

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday: 1:00 – 5:00 PM
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 2:00 – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Source: Google