Opening Hours

Our Opening hours are:

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday  9.30am-7pm

Tuesday 9.30am-8pm

Friday 9.30am-5pm

Saturday 9.30am-1pm

On the last Monday of every month the Lit & Phil will open at 10.30am. This allows us to have a staff meeting. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Now we are fully open we look forward to welcoming even more members and visitors to the library. We have exciting talks, concerts, readings, tours and performances coming up – check our events page for full details.

Book a Tour

Behind the Books Lit & Phil tours are back!

Our famous tours are completely free and all led by our team of award-winning guides. Find more info by clicking the button below.

School Visits

Our Grade 2* listed building welcomes visitors into a wonderful space which has witnessed two centuries of dynamic local history. We think it’s important that young people feel welcome and comfortable in this space, and we’d encourage you to consider arranging a visit for your group or class.

Visits are free of charge, however donations are gratefully received.

To learn more about your options for a group visit, click Options

To fill in a visit request form, click School Visit Request Form

How to find us

The Lit & Phil Library is Newcastle’s exquisite secret library.

We are a stone’s throw from Newcastle Central Station…

23 Westgate Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 1SE

Tel: 0191 232 0192

Nearest Metro station: Central Station