Welcome to Swinton library, where you will find an extensive collection of books, PC’s, first floor study area as well as a lovely area for your children to read and play. Come and visit our space and receive a warm welcome too.

Unless otherwise stated, this venue is closed on bank holidays.

Swinton Library is within Swinton Gateway. The Gateway with its stunning new glass fronted entrance brings together Salford Community Leisure, council and health services under one roof in the heart of Swinton.

Swinton Gateway includes:

  • NHS clinical services
  • Access to council services
  • Library
  • Community space
  • Children’s centre services
  • Automatic doors
  • Ground floor access
  • No steps
  • Cycle storage
  • Parking is available directly outside the Gateway
  • Baby change facility
  • Free public charging points
  • Free WiFi
  • Public toilets
  • Self-service machines
  • Audio books
  • Books & Rhymes sessions for under 5s
  • Books for adults
  • Books for 0-16 year olds
  • Children’s iPads
  • Computers and internet access
  • Free printing of asylum & refugee documents
  • Holiday activities for children
  • Language CDs
  • Printing & photocopying
  • Scanner