I rarely visit the library, but popped in and got a nice suprise. The staff are quick, effiecent, smiley and helpful. The library itself has numerous floors which caters for all interests. The library is clean and in a good location, in Newcastle's city centre....More

Large open plan library with a range of resources, a nice family history section at the top. I'm sure they could have made better use of the space

Very spacious, helpful staff, loads of facilities with even decent sized restaurant. Plenty computers, chargeable to print. Help with Citizens Advice. Multiple language books. Big variety of different genre books. Audio books and a good location.

I live in Gateshead, but I'm a member of this wonderful library. I love the world cinema section, and hire dvds for only 50p a week. Top class films and really good service.

I enjoyed wandering through this library while I was alone on my trip. I could read any books in the comfortable areas. The restrooms were clean, but a bit hard to find. There were used books to buy, with a good selection for children and...More

6th floor has records from Durham and Northumberland back to the 1500s - it is a bit patchy but incredible and some are indexed :-). Also some spotty Yorkshire records. Lovely working area and helpful staff. It is a car free zone - parking is...More

Came to the libary today with my mates to revise for an upcoming exam we have, lovley working atmosphere. So we were able to get our revision done.