Opening times (20–26 April):
👉 Monday – Friday: 9am – 4pm
👉 Saturday 25 April: 9:30am – 5pm (Post Offer Visit Day)
👉 Sunday 26 April: 11am – 5pm
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😊 We’re here to support you! You can contact us through our 24/7 live chat service, send us an email or speak to us in person: libanswers.durham.ac.uk
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Eid Mubarak from all of us at University Library and Collections. We wish all who are celebrating a happy Eid al-Fitr 🕌 #EidalFitr #DULib
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We’re excited to share that 24/7 opening returns from 9am on Saturday 25 April! 🎉
For full details of vacation opening times across all study spaces, check out our Libraries and site information guide: libguides.durham.ac.uk/Libraries/ou...
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Palace Green Library
Palace Green Library
Palace Green Library is looking beautiful in the in the sun today 🌟
Did you know the building is home to Barker Research Library - one of our many fantastic library study spaces. You can also find our Archives and Special Collections there 😊
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Blurry photo of library stairs and a feminist symbol with text reading: Your BBL librarians recommended books for International Women's Day.
Blurry photo of Durham Cathedral with book covers for the How's Moving Castle trilogy by Diana Wynne Jones. Text reading: Magical fantasy trilogy. Subversion of fantasy tropes. Wildly incentive, sharply funny, while firmly grounded in real life. Book 1 is available as a physical copy at Billy Bryson Library, and all are available as e-books on Discover and Libby.
Blurry photo of bookshelves with book cover for The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood. Text reading: Dystopian and relevant. Based on real events. A classic must-read. Available as physical copies at Bill Bryson Library, ISC, and some colleges. E-book available on Discover and Libby.
Blurry photo of the Palatine view from the library with book covers for the Her Majesty's Royal Coven series by Juno Dawson. Text reading: Fantasy series about modern magic and ancient prophesies. Female friendships... and enemies. LGBTQ+. Book 1 is available as a physical copy at Bill Bryson Library. E-book available on Discover and Libby.
It's International Women's Day! ♀️
Here are some of our favourite books written by women 📚
Let us know your own recommendations in the comments 😊💜
#DULib #DurhamUniversity #IWD2026
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Flowers outside of Bill Bryson Library
It's so lovely seeing the snowdrops and crocuses popping up outside of the Billy B 🌷🌼 Spring is on the way!
If you're visiting us, why not have a study break and take in the beautiful views around campus? 😊 #DULib
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Library litmus test display
Library litmus test display
Library litmus test display
World Book Day is coming and we’re starting the celebrations early with our Library Litmus Test 🗳️
Cast your vote In the Billy B this week and tell us which titles stole your heart, and which ones ... didn’t quite
Look out for the results coming soon 👀
#DULib #WorldBookDay #DurhamUniversity
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Pillar with drawing of Bee in chalk. Underneath is the text "Billy Bee was here" and a drawing of a heart.
Pillar with drawing of Bee in chalk. Underneath is the text "Billy Bee was here" and a drawing of a heart.
You know about our Doodle Wall in the Billy B, but have you seen that we now also have a chalkboard pillar for doodles and messages too? Feel free to add a note or drawing - we love to see your creativity on show 🐝💜 #DULib #DoodleWall
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Happy New Year of the Horse 🐎
The horse symbolises perseverance, independence and energy. We wish you a happy and prosperous year! You can get involved by coming to our celebration at the Oriental Museum 💜
www.durham.ac.uk/things-to-do...
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Two ducks outside the Oriental Museum
Two ducks outside the Oriental Museum
Everyone needs a break now and then - even these ducks decided to take a trip away from the pond to explore outside the Oriental Museum 😊 Follow their lead and take a well-deserved break from your studies 💜 #DULib
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Items available include:
🔹 Coloured overlays
🔹 Deaf alerter
🔹 DVD/Blu-ray player
🔹 Ear defenders
🔹 Ethernet cable
🔹 Headphones
🔹 Magnifiers
🔹 Marble mouse
🔹 Multi charging cables
🔹 Sensory fidgets (assorted)
🔹 Whiteboard markers
🔹 Wired computer mouse (mini)
🔹 Wobble cushion
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Self-issue machine
Self-issue kiosk in Library
Throwback to our book checkout machines in 2005 - looking pretty retro 😊 Nowadays, the Library has brand-new, modern self service kiosks #ThrowbackThursday #DULib
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Mini Billy sitting on a shelf
Mini Billy sitting on a shelf
Today is #LibraryShelfieDay 😊
We’re celebrating with our mascot mini Billy Bee, who's striking a pose amongst the bookshelves 🐝📚
Feel free to share your own #shelfies with us - we’d love to see them #DULib
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For more info and to apply, check out our advert at durham.taleo.net/careersectio..., closing date 10 February. (3/3) #DULib
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Did you know we’ve got plenty of resources and information available in our Wellbeing Guide? Whether you’re looking for eBooks, podcasts, calming resources, or something entertaining, we hope you’ll find just what you need 💜
libguides.durham.ac.uk/wellbeing
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The spines of The poetical works of Robert Burns, three volumes, published in the 19th century. In the background there are two library shelves of other books by and about Robert Burns.
The front covers of The poetical works of Robert Burns, three volumes, published in the 19th century. In the background there are other books by and about Robert Burns.
Two library shelves of books by and about Robert Burns.
Happy Burns Night! Will you be celebrating this evening? 😊
Did you know that we have a lot of books by and about Robert Burns available to borrow, including these beautiful old volumes? 📚💜
#DULib #BurnsNight
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View of Durham Cathedral from the Library
View of Durham Cathedral from the Library
We're so lucky to have such fantastic views from our study spaces! 🤩 This amazing view of Durham Cathedral from the Billy B never gets old 💜 #DULib #DurhamCathedral
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📢 Don’t forget – our opening times have changed! From today, we're open:
👉 Mon–Fri: 8am–midnight
👉 Sat–Sun: 9am–midnight
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Stack of printed newspapers
Did you know we provide access to a variety of newspaper resources, including current news titles (digital), historic newspaper archives, and microform collections 📰 🖥️
Check out our Library Research Support guide for more information: libguides.durham.ac.uk/research_sup... #DULib
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Library building in the snow
The Billy B reopens today following the Christmas period 🙌 Our current opening times are Monday - Sunday 9am-8pm.
Visit our guide for details of opening times at all of our libraries and study spaces 👉 libguides.durham.ac.uk/Libraries/ou... #DULib
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2026 Happy New Year Graphic
Happy New Year from all of us at Durham University Library and Collections 🎇🥳 #DULib #NewYear
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Merry Christmas from all of us at Durham University Library & Collections!🎄💜 #LibMas #DULib
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Our Wellbeing guide provides access to lots of resources to support you or others, as well as showing you our various support services available during the Winter Vacation period 👉 libguides.durham.ac.uk/wellbeing/home
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As Hanukkah comes to a close, we’re wishing everyone celebrating a Happy Hanukkah and a peaceful end to the festival from all of us at Durham University Library & Collections 🕎💜
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If you want to know more about how the Library can support you, check out our Cost of Living guide: libguides.durham.ac.uk/cost-of-living
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For more information on how to make a request, and our request terms and guidelines, please see our Request Guide: libguides.durham.ac.uk/borrowfromus... #DULib
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Prebends Bridge covered in snow with Durham Cathedral in the background.
Snowy view of Durham Cathedral from the Library
It's been chilly out there the past couple of days! ⛄️ Wrap up warm and take care if you're out and about ❄️ If you're visiting us, you'll find lots of cosy corners in the Library - perfect for studying or reading 📚😊 #DULib #Snow
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Details of opening times at all our sites are available on our guide: libguides.durham.ac.uk/Libraries/ 😊 #DULib
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National Jigsaw Day display
National Jigsaw Day display
Today is National Jigsaw Day! 🧩
Why not take a break from studying by helping us put a jigsaw together in the Snug? We also have colouring paper and lots of books on other WellBEEing activities, mental health, and sustainability 🖌️🧶🌍💜
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