Plan your visit

Everything you need to know before your visit to Halton Libraries.

Opening times

Take a look at our Opening Times page for the latest updates on when we are open and information on accessibility.

Getting here

For bus, train and parking information view our getting here guide.

Ditton, Runcorn and Widnes libraries each have one floor, Halton Lea Library has 3 floors.

Take a look at Location Guide for Halton Lea Library to find out where specific subject books, photocopiers and toilets are located.

Frequently asked questions

Take a look at our FAQS for some of the most frequently asked questions. You can view our library policies and charges online.

Accessibility & Facilities

We provide a range of facilities and services to help make visiting our libraries comfortable and accessible for everyone.

Hearing induction loops available. Please switch hearing aid to T
Baby changing facilities available at selected libraries. Halton Lea includes enhanced changing facilities, with a changing bench, hoist and height-adjustable wash basin
Home Library Service available for customers unable to visit a library
Staff available to provide assistance when needed.

Autism friendly social stories

Did you know that we have Autism friendly social stories for all of our Halton Libraries to help your child, or young person understand what they might see, hear and do when they visit us.

Social Story Ditton Library
Social Story Halton Lea Library
Social Story Runcorn Library
Social Story Widnes Library

Access for All

We are also on Euan's Guide - Disabled Access Information by disabled people for disabled people.

Can’t make it into our libraries?

Home Library Service - for people who love reading, but who are housebound or find it hard to get to their nearest library for reasons such as mobility problems, illness, shielding or carer responsibilities. Receive up to 20 books a month.
Ebooks and Eaudio Books - https://library.haltonbc.info/e-books/
Newspapers and Magazines online - https://www.pressreader.com/catalog
Online events on our social media channels. Follow us @HaltonLibraries on Facebook to join in. We are also on Instagram @haltonlibraryservice