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Some of our libraries have meeting rooms that can be booked during opening hours as well as out of hours.

Libraries with meeting rooms

Central Library has event and exhibition spaces, including a large event space in the historic reading room, which can be booked out of hours for events, book launches, author talks and lectures.

Central Library also has a meeting pod on the ground floor which can be hired for up to 6 people, and a meeting room on the first floor which can be hired for up to 15 people. Both of these come with screens and WiFi access.

Enquire about booking a library space

If you would like to hire a library space view the library room booking system

Contact librarybooking@bristol.gov.uk if you have any questions about hiring library spaces. 

Community and local charity rates may apply for some library bookings.

Public liability insurance with a minimum indemnity of £5 million is required for all hires.