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Coronavirus restrictions remain in place across the country and new guidelines apply from 29 March – here’s the latest information on our services.

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Syston Library

Syston library is close to the centre of the town, next to St Peter and St Pauls school. The library is on one level and has Smart Library extended opening hours.

Library update

From Monday 12 April, our council-run libraries will be open for browsing, borrowing and returning items. See what to expect when you visit a library page for more information.

We are still offering a click and collect service, for those who wish to use the service, until further notice.

You can still visit our digital library and access thousands of books, audiobooks, magazines and newspapers on your phone, tablet or computer. If you’re not already a member, it’s quick and easy to join online.

All loans will be extended until Monday 12 April and no overdue or hire charges will be applied until 1 July 2021.

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  • Monday: 14:00-16:30
    Tuesday: 10:00-12:30
    Wednesday: Closed
    Thursday: 10:00-12:30
    Friday: 14:00-16:30
    Saturday: 10:00-13:30
    Sunday: Closed
  • 0116 305 3500
  • systonlibrary@leics.gov.uk
  • Upper Church Street
    Syston
    LE7 1HR

Please note: smart hours are currently unavailable.

To use the library during smart hours please complete a Smart Library induction and familiarise yourself with the layout and exits of the library using the:

Syston Library floor plan  PDF,  96 kbOpens new window

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Activities

Lego Saturday

Last Saturday of each month 10.30am to 12pm (Starting Saturday 28 March 2020).

Families and children FREE. All children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Syston elevenses reading group

Second Thursday of each month 11.30am.

Reading group.

Wriggly Readers

Every other Thursday 10.30am to 11am.

Fun, informal sessions where babies and children aged 0-4 years and their parents/carers can join in with stories, songs and rhymes in a welcoming environment. An opportunity for families to meet and make friends.

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