Historic libraries · Central Scotland
Parkhead Library
In or near Glasgow.
Parkhead Library — library in Glasgow, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Carntyne · 1.1 km
- Free entry
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Parkhead Library is a place of interest in central Scotland. Officially recognised as category B listed building. Operated by Glasgow City Council. It sits within the Glasgow East parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Carntyne, about 1.1 km away. Postcode area G31.
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Official information
Parkhead Library is a community hub located in Parkhead, Glasgow, offering a wide range of library services for both adults and children. The library features a bright and modern space with thousands of books, weekly classes, and events, as well as facilities like computers and printing services.
Place summary
Parkhead Library is a library located in central Scotland, postcode G31. It is a category B listed building, indicating its architectural and historical significance. The library is operated by Glasgow City Council.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8504, -4.1957
- District
- Glasgow City
- Postcode
- G31 4XA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glasgow East
- Phone
- 0141 276 1530
- Nearest railway station
- Carntyne — 1.1 km
- Official site
- www.glasgowlife.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17815564 (CC0)
- commons: Parkhead Public Library (geograph 7732693).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Parkhead Library?
- Parkhead Library is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G31 4XA).
- What is Parkhead Library?
- Parkhead Library — library in Glasgow, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Parkhead Library?
- The nearest railway station is Carntyne, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode G31 4XA.
- Who runs Parkhead Library?
- Parkhead Library is operated by Glasgow City Council.
- Is Parkhead Library a listed building?
- Parkhead Library is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- How do I get to Parkhead Library?
- The nearest railway station is Carntyne, about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G31 4XA.