Our libraries will have reduced services and closure periods during the winter vacation. As in previous years there will be a pause in responding to enquiries about Library & University Collections (L&UC) services during the University's winter closure period, 24 December - 2 January (University closes 5pm on 23 December). While the Main Library will be open most days during this period, it will have reduced opening hours and reduced EdHelp Service Desk hours. All other site libraries will be closed. Please check the library website for full details.Library Opening HoursStudy Spaces (centrally managed)While there are reduced opening hours and closures for our library buildings, you still have access to the library e-resources e.g. e-books, e-journals, databases, streaming films, etc. Access through DiscoverEd or your library subject guide.DiscoverEdSubject GuidesThis table gives more detailed information about closure periods for specific Library services during the winter holidays.ServiceCloses for holidays (last day)Normal service resumesCentre for Research Collections (CRC)Reading Room: Fri 12 Dec Reception: Fri 19 DecTue 6 JanFunk Reading Room at New College LibraryFri 19 DecThu 8 JanInterlibrary LoansMon 15 DecMon 5 JanScan & DeliverThu 18 DecMon 5 JanSt Cecilia’s Hall: Concert Room and Music MuseumSat 20 DecTue 6 JanuCreate MakerspaceFri 19 DecMon 5 JanUniversity Collections Facility (UCF) requestsTue 16 DecMon 5 JanLibrary Academic SupportFri 19 DecMon 5 JanLibrary Research SupportTue 23 DecMon 5 Jan Publication date 12 Dec, 2025