A new chapter for Thurnscoe Library as major refurbishment works begin

Thurnscoe Library will close soon for refurbishment as part of Barnsley Council’s programme to modernise libraries across the borough.

This work is part of the ongoing Libraries Refurbishment Programme to invest in modern and accessible community spaces.

The library’s last day open will be Saturday 25 July. It is expected to reopen before Christmas following extensive improvement works.

The new library will include an enhanced children’s library with a colourful, dinosaur-inspired theme, as well as new shelving and displays, and flexible, modern spaces for work, community events and getting lost in a good book.

We’re also completely replacing the roof and renewing the electrics.

While Thurnscoe Library is closed, the nearest library services can be found at Goldthorpe Library on Barnsley Road in Goldthorpe.

If you can’t get to Goldthorpe or any other library in the area, you can join the Home Library Service for free and have books delivered to your doorstep.

A council spokesperson said: “We are pleased that work will begin soon on the refurbishment of Thurnscoe Library.

“These works will provide a modern, welcoming and flexible library space where people of all ages will be able to discover new books, study, and enjoy taking part in community activities.”

The refurbishment of Thurnscoe Library is part-funded by a grant from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund via the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.