Swindon library users face a week of disruption as West Swindon Library operates from a temporary upstairs space while post-flood restoration continues, and Central and Highworth libraries close early for several days. Swindon Borough Council confirmed the changes on its service disruption page, with all other council services running as normal.
Central Library will shut at 4pm on Wednesday 8 July, Thursday 9 July, and Friday 10 July. Highworth Library will also close early at 4pm on Friday 10 July. West Swindon Library’s move upstairs within the Link Centre does not affect its opening hours, the council said.
The upheaval at West Swindon Library stems from flash flooding in September 2023, which caused widespread destruction across the ground floor. The flood destroyed books, IT infrastructure, flooring, equipment and the library delivery van. After months of repairs, the library reopened in June 2024, but the council warned further electrical works would force another closure. The current works replace wiring ruined in the original flood, and the library will eventually move back downstairs once the job is complete.
For residents, the message is that waste collections, homelessness support, and housing services are all operating to usual schedules. Anyone planning a visit to Central or Highworth libraries this week should check the council’s disruption page for the latest updates before travelling.
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