Libraries in Trafford

Trafford's libraries are friendly, welcoming spaces to read, study and spend time in, each home to a range of books and resources. Discover all of the libraries across the borough here, spanning Altrincham, Old Trafford, Partington, Sale, Stretford, Timperley, Trafford Park and Urmston. 

 

Click on the venue listings to see what's on at each library - from free family events to book clubs, reading groups, arts and craft sessions and more.

Man looking at an archival book
Sale Library. Photo: Steve Longbottom
Internal library area showing bookshelves, library counter and entrance

Altrincham Library

A modern and welcoming library in the heart of Altrincham, providing books, digital resources, study spaces, flexible meeting facilities, and activities for all ages.
External view of library entrance with grass, daffodils and a tree in the foreground

Coppice Library

A community wellbeing library in Sale, run by BlueSci, providing books, digital resources, study space, activities, computers, free Wi-Fi and access to health and wellbeing support.
External library and pavilion building with bowling green in front

Hale Library

A modern and welcoming library, connect, imagine, and unwind where vibrant minds and local life come alive - right in Hale village.
Lostock Library external view.

Lostock Library

Located in the heart of Stretford, Lostock Library is a friendly venue at which to read, learn, connect and be inspired.
Exterior image of Old Trafford Library from the street

Old Trafford Library

A bright and welcoming library based within the Limelight Health and Wellbeing Hub, offering books, study space, computers, free Wi-Fi, events and access to a range of health and wellbeing services.
External view of a library entrance and car park

Partington Library

A friendly community library within the Partington Library and Wellbeing Centre, offering books, computers, digital services, free W-Fi, study and activity spaces, and access to the Rainbow Community Café and a range of health and wellbeing services.
Image of library entrance doors and foyer with etched signs showing cartoon character danger mouse and library name as well as that of Cosgrove Hall Film Archive.

Sale Library

A thriving community hub featuring books, computers, digital resources, free Wi-Fi, the Cosgrove Hall Films Archive and Trafford Local Studies and Archive Centre.
Outside view of library with planting and bench to sit on in foreground.

Stretford Library

Stretford Library opened in 1940 and has been providing books and services to the public ever since.
External view of library building and entrance

Timperley Library

Opened on a new site in 2022, Timperley Library has modern facilities and a friendly welcome.
Main entrance of Town Hall and library with Council Coat of Arms etched in glass above and showing rotating glassed entrance doors and people walking towards the building.

Trafford Town Hall Library

A relaxed and accessible library located within Trafford Town Hall, providing books, digital services, computers, and free Wi-Fi in a convenient central location.
External view of the library entrance

Urmston Library

A vibrant town-centre library offering books, study spaces, meeting rooms, digital services, computers, free Wi-Fi, and a wide range of activities that support learning, creativity, and community connection.
External view of library building and grounds

Woodsend Library

Woodsend Library is a welcoming neighbourhood space where reading, learning, and community events come together.
Trafford Is... powered by your listings

Trafford Is... powered by your listings.

Create your account and upload today!

Submit your listings