Prestwich Library and Adult Learning Centre

Prestwich Centre facilities

Prestwich Library lends books, DvDs, talking books, language tapes and CDs. There are photocopying, and FAX facilities. National daily and weekly local newspapers and a selection of magazines are stocked. University prospectuses and careers information is also available.

The library sells book tokens and a selection of local publications.

There are 6 public computers available for pre booking or drop in use. Computers are free to use for a maximum of 1 hour per day, with Internet access, Microsoft Office applications and networked CD Roms available. Access to computers and the Internet is free of charge so booking in advance is advisable. Please telephone 0161 253 7298 to make a booking. Print outs are charged at a rate of 10p per copy for black and white and 50p per copy for colour.

Open Learning Centre

We now offer flexible web-based learning with a wide range of online and offline courses for all abilities. As well as a competitively priced all-inclusive ECDL package, we offer courses ranging from a beginner's guide to computers to bitesize learning for quick fix needs and you can try a free taster to see if online learning is for you. Following a guidance and advice session, we can individually tailor a complete learning package to your needs—whether you are a complete beginner, want to brush up on one area of IT skills, or gain an IT qualification, we should have a course to suit you.

We offer you the flexibility of learning where and when you want. Many courses can be accessed via the Internet in the privacy of your own home, while others are centre-based courses. Why not visit and see our dedicated, well-equipped e-learning centre with friendly staff support and easy access to all Prestwich Library's resources. For a list of available courses please follow the link to Bury Learning Libraries.

We are open library hours Monday to Saturday

ECDL is the European Computer Driving Licence and is fast becoming a standard qualification demanded by employers. It proves your computer skills and level of competence. Without it you may find it harder to get a job or take on new tasks with a computer.

Call in to see us on the first floor of Prestwich Library  today, or call to make an appointment on 0161 253 6870.  You can contact us by email at burylearning.libraries@bury.gov.uk

Regular events held in the library

• There are Story Time sessions for pre school children - Thursday 10.45a.m. to 11.30a.m, term time only.
• Homework Club times
• Reading Groups

Prestwich Heritage Museum

The current theme is Prestwich Hospital which will run through most of next year; 2010. It contains images and artefacts covering the history of the hospital and is accessible on the first floor during normal Library opening hours.

Council Information Points

A Council Information Point at your local library – bringing council services closer to home.

Adult Learning

There are various courses now running in the three classrooms at Prestwich Library and Adult Learning Centre. Prospective students can enrol by telephone or in person at any of the Bury Adult Education centres. See the Adult and community education website for further information.

Spring into learning with 2 new 5 week courses on offer at Prestwich Library Adult Learning Centre.

• Intro to Patchwork(including quilting and embroidery) - for the beginner to the more experienced student  Mondays 1pm - 3pm  Begins 22/2/10
• Internet and e Mail for beginners  Thursdays 7pm - 9pm.  Begins 25/2/10

Interested? Telephone 0161 253 7725/7750 or see the Adult and community education website

Prestwich Library (Map showing location of Prestwich Library)
Longfield Centre
Prestwich
M25 1AY

Tel: 0161 253 7214/7216
Computer Room 0161 253 7298
Adult Education courses 0161 253 7255/7750
Fax: 0161 798 9981
E-mail: prestwich.lib@bury.gov.uk