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 Facebook 

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

Likely Disruption due to Building Works at Various Libraries

Due to the installation of CCTV software at various libraries, we expect to experience temporary disruptions to our regular services.

The works will take place at the following libraries on these dates for the duration of one week:

Beeston - Week commencing Monday 8 June

Arnold - Week commencing Monday 15 June

Retford - Week commencing Monday 22 June

Newark - Week commencing Monday 29 June

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the following:

  • Increased noise levels
  • Temporary inaccessibility to various areas of the library
  • Occasional disturbance to the power supply which may affect our WiFi and public PCs

Care will be taken to ensure that these disruptions are avoided or minimised wherever possible.

Each library will remain open as normal whilst these works are undertaken.

Sutton on Trent CPL Closed - Friday 8 May (afternoon)

Unfortunately Sutton on Trent CPL will not be open for the afternoon session on Friday 8 May, due to an expected swarm of bees making their home by the door!

We're working on sorting it and will let you know as soon as we're reopen.

Mobile North - not in service from 11 May - 22 May

Due to staff absence, Mobile North will not be in service for the next two weeks: Monday 11 May - Friday 22 May. This affects routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9. We are contacting all affected customers. 

We thank you for your patience at this time. 

Roadwork equipment affecting access on Stapleford Library pathway

We currently have a large amount of roadwork equipment blocking the path from Stapleford Library car park to the main entrance.  

We do not know how long it will be there, but this will make access for wheelchair users and buggies difficult. 

If you have difficulty accessing the building at the front entrance, please ring the rear doorbell and staff will be happy to let you in this way. We apologise for the disruption and will let you know as soon as they have been moved.

Lift out of order - Kirkby-in-Ashfield Library

Unfortunately the lift at Kirkby-in-Ashfield Library is currently out of order, and is awaiting repair.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Added: Tuesday 14 April 

Planned closure of Calverton Library - Monday 18 and Wednesday 20 May

Due to essential building work, Calverton Library will be closed for 2 days on Monday 18 and Wednesday 20 May. We look forward to welcoming customers back from the usual time of 1pm on Friday 22 May. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Printing/Photocopying/Scanning out of order

We are currently experiencing disruption to our printing/photocopying/scanning services at the following libraries:

  • West Bridgford Library

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and are working to resolve this as soon as we can.

Ollerton Library Opening Hours Extended from 1 April 2026

From Wednesday 1 April, Ollerton Library's opening hours will be increasing. The new hours will be updated on the website and will be as follows:

Monday 9am – 5.30pm

Tuesday 9am – 1pm

Wednesday 9am – 5.30pm

Thursday Closed

Friday 9am – 5.30pm

Saturday 9am – 12.30pm

Sunday Closed

We hope to see you there soon!

Dukeries Library Closing Permanently - Friday 27 March

Dukeries Library will be closing for the final time today at 3.45pm. Our opening hours at Ollerton Library are being increased to accomodate the closure of the library - find out more here: Ollerton Library

Worksop Library - first floor accessible toilet unavailable

The accessible toilet on the first floor at Worksop Library is out of order at the moment. Apologies for the inconvenience. The ground floor accessible facility and our changing places room are all available as usual.

Beeston Library - Microfilm scanner unavailable

Unfortunately, the digital microfilm scanner at Beeston Library is not currently in operation, and there is no access to materials held on microfiche or microfilm at Beeston Library.

We are working to find a solution as soon as possible, and apologise for the inconvenience caused.

Please check back here again for updates.

Message added: 14.11.25

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:

ASK Inspire

Contact Ask Inspire if you need any more help or information about current service levels.

01623 677 200

ask@inspireculture.org.uk