Visitor access
Information about visiting the Library as an external visitor.
Visitor memberships
Visitor membership applications for the Library are currently paused and will reopen again in June. If you wish to join us using the SCONUL access scheme, please contact the Library.
You must have a membership to visit the library, borrow books and use study spaces.
Alumni
Alumni can access our libraries by applying for a visitor membership.
If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact us. Live chat support is available 24/7.
Students and staff at schools and colleges
We welcome visits from schools and Further Education colleges. Find out what resources we can provide and arrange a visit.
Out of hours access
Frenchay Campus Library out of hours access
Use the suggested route for accessing Frenchay Library out of hours (PDF).
Bower Ashton Campus Library out of hours access
Use the suggested route for accessing Bower Ashton Campus Library out of hours (PDF).
Glenside Campus Library out of hours access
Access Glenside Campus Library by using the main Library entrance and your swipe card.
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Contact us
Contact us for help with finding information, accessing online resources, referencing, your library account, and any other library issue.
Our libraries
Visit our individual library pages to find out more about our facilities and find contact details, our locations and accessibility information.
Car parking guidance for visitors
Car parking guidance for visitors at UWE Bristol including where you can park, how much it costs and how to arrange a visitor permit.
Using the library
How to use the library. Information for students, disabled users, researchers, staff, and external visitors.