Bridgend Library, Bridgend, Wales

Details

Accessibility: No steps or kerbs into facility, and doors are automatic. Ground floor has hard flooring, one wheelchair-accessible study pod, and a children's section (with dyslexia-friendly coloured books). Lift to first floor has Braille keypad. First floor has low-pile carpet and 10 public computers, all with read-aloud software. Both floors have wide gaps between bookshelves, moveable chairs in multiple reading areas, and wheelchair-accessible service desks. Library is well lit and equipped with hearing loop technology.

Brief description: Multi-storey public library housed within community centre.

Address: Bridgend Library Service, Bridgend Life Centre, Angel Street, Bridgend, CF31 4AH

Email: bridgend.library@awen-wales.com

Phone: 01656 754 830

Website: www.awen-libraries.com/bridgend-library/

Directions: From the A473 in Bridgend, turn south onto Glan-Y-Parc. Continue 0.2 miles (0.3km) onto Angel Street. Continue a further 407 feet (0.1km), and turn right into the Halo Bridgend Life Centre car park. Parking fees normally apply. There are nine disability parking bays, and Blue Badge parking is free.

Opening Times: Daily hours vary. Please check with the venue directly for up-to-date information.

Transport: Bus station is 0.5 miles (0.8km) away. Train station is 0.5 miles (0.8km) away. For more travel information, go to www.traveline-Cymru.info or call 0871 200 22 33.

Amenities: Amenities inside the Halo Bridgend Life Centre (which houses the library) include a cafe and a disability toilet.