Last updated 11 January 2021
Newcastle Libraries is operating a COVID Safe service model, and our library branches are open and ready to welcome you. Limited face to face programs for members, pop-up spaces and outdoor library events have recommenced and bookings are essential.
| Branch | Mon | Tues | Wed | Thurs | Fri | Sat | Sun |
| Mayfield | 9.30am – 5pm | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 5pm | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 5pm | 9.30am – 1pm | closed |
| City | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 6pm | 9.30am – 2pm | closed |
| Wallsend | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 6pm | 9.30am – 2pm | 1.30pm – 5pm |
| New Lambton | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 5pm | 9.30am – 8pm | 9.30am – 5pm | 9.30am – 5pm | 9.30am – 1pm | closed |
| Adamstown (from 27 July) | 9.30am – 5pm | closed | 9.30am – 5pm | 1pm – 5pm | closed | 9.30am – 1pm | closed |
| Beresfield (from 27 July) | 9.30am – 5pm* | closed | 9.30am – 5pm* | closed | closed | 9.30am – 1pm | closed |
| Hamilton (from 27 July) | closed | 9.30am – 5pm | 1pm – 5pm | closed | 9.30am – 5pm | 9.30am – 1pm | closed |
| Stockton (from 27 July) | closed | 9.30am – 5pm* | closed | 9.30am – 5pm* | closed | 9.30am – 1pm | closed |
*closed for lunch 12.30pm - 1.30pm
Find out more on our COVID-19 Updates page.
This thriving branch Library is located in a joint facility with the Community Health Centre in Lawson Street. Providing access to PCs and wifi as well as hosting a range of activities Beresfield Library is a vibrant community space.
Facilities
- Computers
- Free wifi
- EFTPOS payment facilities available
- Self loan station
- Printing, photocopying (fees apply)
- Scanning (flatbed scanner)
- Public toilets (including an accessible toilet)
- Accessible access to building
Parking
- Nearest public parking: Lawson Avenue and Ogilvie Street (please check signage for time limits or exclusions for parking zones)
- No specific accessible parking spots
Recycling
- Mini Community Recycling Station: accepting household batteries, reading glasses and x-rays only
- Looking for more information? Check out Newcasle City Council's Waste & Recycling page
Location
Beresfield Library
34 Lawson Avenue
Beresfield 2322
P: 02 4978 4070