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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 social media @Notts Libraries (Facebook and Twitter/ X). 

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

Dukeries Library - Summer Closure

Dukeries Library will close for the summer on Friday 25 July at 12.30pm, and reopen on Wednesday 3 September.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Lift out of order - Mansfield Central Library

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the public lift at Mansfield Central Library is currently out or order. This issue is being dealt with and we will aim to resolve as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Sutton Bonington Library - phone is not working

The phone at Sutton Bonington Library is currently not working. We are working hard to rectify this for customers as soon as possible. 


We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Stapleford Library car park closure - Saturday 2 August

Due to an event, the car park at Stapleford Library and Learning Centre will be unavailable on Saturday 2 August. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Visiting us on this day? Bring your bike along for a free safety check by a qualified National Cycling instructor! Join Dr Bike for this fantastic free workshop session. Speak to a member of staff for more information.

Dukeries Library Adult Public PC Out of Order

The Dukeries Library adult public computer is currently out of order – there is only one filtered (children’s) computer available.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Your eLibrary is changing...

We will be ending our uLibrary offer from Tuesday 1 July, when the app will become unavailable to Nottinghamshire Libraries users. To continue enjoying your favourite publications, download the Libby and BorrowBox apps today! Find out more.

To sign in, you’ll need your library card number and PIN. Don’t know it? Contact Ask Inspire for help.

Arnold Library - Printer Update

The printer at Arnold library is now working again, but it is cash only.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.


Change of dates - Victory in Nottinghamshire exhibition

Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond our control, the dates for the upcoming Victory in Nottinghamshire exhibition at Mansfield Central Library and Worksop Library are different to those listed in our What's On brochure.

The correct dates are as follows:

  • Mansfield Central Library, Wednesday 11 June - Friday 20 June
  • Worksop Library, Saturday 19 June - Thursday 7 August

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Library service and catalogue updates

Our libraries have recently migrated to a new system for managing stock and customer data, including a new online catalogue. Find out more and check for updates as we settle into this new way of working.

Gotham Library Closure

Gotham Library Closure  Due to a fire in Gotham Memorial Hall, Gotham Library will be closed for the foreseeable future. From 27 March 2023, Gotham will be serviced by a mobile library which will visit the Memorial Hall car park (8 Meadow End, Gotham, NG11 0HP) between 10:15am and 1:15pm on selected dates. Find out more here.

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