Service Disruptions

Keep up to date on this page with service disruptions and changes across Inspire. Updates are posted here, on individual library pages and on social media @Notts Libraries (Facebook and Twitter/ X).

You will normally be contacted direct if an event or course is cancelled. Please note we only offer ticket refunds in the event of cancellations by Inspire.

Ask Inspire can be contacted on 01623 677 200 and ask@inspireculture.org.uk.

Current Service Disruptions

Sutton in Ashfield closure: Monday 3 March - Saturday 15 March 2025

To allow for structural assessment in preparation for refurbishment, Sutton in Ashfield Library will be closed for two weeks starting Monday 3 March. The library will reopen on Monday 17 March at 9am. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

While we're away, why not visit nearby libraries Skegby & Stanton Hill, Huthwaite, Kirkby in Ashfield or Mansfield Central?
Discover our eLibrary full of eBooks and eAudio, plus magazines and newspapers!

Nottinghamshire Archives closure - Tuesday 21 January

Due to essential building maintenance, Nottinghamshire Archives will be closed to the public on Tuesday 21 January 2025. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

While we're away, why not check out local heritage resources in our libraries, or learn more about accessing Ancestry (Library Edition) from an Inspire building?

Archives will still be available to respond to remote enquiries, contact them by emailing archives@inspireculture.org.uk

Sutton Bonington Library Reopening

Sutton Bonington Library will reopen from Thursday 9 January, following recent flooding in the local area.

Minimum hours Thursday 9 January: 1pm - 3:30pm
Usual hours: 1pm - 5pm (dependent on staff ability to travel safely)

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back.

Sutton in Ashfield Library closure - Wednesday 29 January & Thursday 30 January (AM only)

Due to essential building surveying in preparation for refurbishment, Sutton in Ashfield Library will be closed on Wednesday 29 January (all day) and Thursday 30 January (morning only). The library will reopen at 1pm on Thursday 30 January.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Rainworth CPL Christmas Closure

Rainworth CPL will not reopen after Christmas until the morning of Tuesday 14 January. This is due to the Village Hall being closed for an extended period over Christmas. On Tuesday 14 January, there will be access for the morning session only. Opening times will be as normal from Thursday 16 January.

Printing and Photocopier disruption

Unfortunately, we are experiencing issues with priniting and/or photocopying at a small selection of our libraries.

Keyworth - Unable to offer printing. Photocopying is still available.
East Leake - - Unable to offer printing. Photocopying is still available.
Arnold - Unable to offer both printing and photocopying.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

Library Closures due to staff training - January 2025

The following libraries will be closed on the following dates, in order to enable staff to attend training.

Any books due back on these dates at the below libraries will be automatically renewed for an extra week.

Friday 24 January:

Carlton-in-Lindrick
Carlton Hill
Edgewood
Edwinstowe
Warsop
Woodthorpe (afternoon 2-5 only)

Friday 31 January:

Bilsthorpe
Dukeries
Carlton Hill
Ollerton

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the closures.

Library service and catalogue updates

Our libraries have recently migrated to a new system for managing stock and customer data, including a new online catalogue. Find out more and check for updates as we settle into this new way of working.

Gotham Library Closure

Gotham Library Closure Due to a fire in Gotham Memorial Hall, Gotham Library will be closed for the foreseeable future. From 27 March 2023, Gotham will be serviced by a mobile library which will visit the Memorial Hall car park (8 Meadow End, Gotham, NG11 0HP) between 10:15am and 1:15pm on selected dates. Find out more here.

Defibrillators in our buildings

Some of our libraries have defibrillators on site that can be used by members of the public if required. Look for "defibrillator" on the right-hand facilities list of each library page, or contact Ask Inspire on 01623 677200 to check for availability at a library near you.

Any known faults or access issues regarding defibrillators on Inspire premises will be listed below:

Website Issues

You may experience a web page layout error which obstructs fields from view when inputting your password details to renew your account login; if your browser displays such a layout error, please contact the Ask Inspire team on 01623 677 200 who will assist you with your password and/or book renewal.