The existing Huddersfield Library is to close at the end of August ahead of a move to the new library hub in Our Cultural Heart.

Both the existing library in Civic Centre 3 and the Local Studies Library in Victoria Lane will shut on Sunday August 30 to allow staff to pack up and move thousands of books and other materials.

Both will be combined in the new library hub – in an extension to the former Queensgate Market building – which is due to open on Monday September 21.

While the library is closed for book lending and reading newspapers and magazines, people can still use Civic Centre 3 to:

• Use public computers to access council services;
• Get housing advice and support;
• Return Carephone equipment using the designated drop-off box;
• Return books using the designated drop-off box.

Clr Michael Simmons, Cabinet member for adult social care, public health and communities, said: “This is an exciting moment as we move closer to opening the doors at the new Huddersfield Library Hub.

“Libraries are places where people can read, relax, learn new skills, discover ideas, access support and spend time together.

“We know there will be some temporary disruption in preparation for the move, and we’d like to thank everyone for their patience.

“The result will be a fantastic new library that will serve Huddersfield for many years to come.”

The new Queensgate Square outside the library hub is also due to open in September.