Library and Learning Services
Opening hours
If you need help, please visit the Information Hub in the Library, call 0116 252 2448, email library@le.ac.uk or studentservices@le.ac.uk or visit our online help.
Please note that access for College Student members differs according to the time of year, for full details visit the Joining the Library page.
Monday - Friday
Library open: 24 hours
Information Hub open (Library staffed services): 8.00am - 9.00pm
Saturday - Sunday
Library open: 24 hours
Information Hub open (Library staffed services): 9.00am - 5.00pm
Centre for Academic Achievement
Core hours
- Monday to Friday, 10.00am - 4.00pm.
Out of hours appointments available upon request.
The Centre for Academic Achievement can also be used as a quiet study space whenever the Library is open.
Special Collections Reading Room
Monday: Closed
Tuesday to Friday: 10.00am - 4.45pm
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Archives and Special Collections are available to view in the reading room or remotely by appointment during our opening hours. Please contact specialcollections@leicester.ac.uk to arrange an appointment.
Building closure - January 2025
The Library will be closed for important maintenance between 8.00 am and 12.00 noon on the 15 and 18 January.
During this time the phone line (0116 252 2448) and online chat will still be available.
University Security are present in the library when library staffed services are not available.