Opening Hours
The Portico Library is open 6 days a week (closed on Sundays, Bank Holidays and over the Christmas and Easter breaks).
Monday: 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday: 10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday: 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday: 10:00 - 19:00 (*Unless there is an event on - please check at 0161 236 6785)
Friday: 10:00 - 17:00
Saturday: 12:00 - 16:00
Sunday: Closed
There are also a variety of ways you can enjoy the Library and our collection online. Please explore our what’s on, blog, activities and collection pages to find out more.
Additional closures
Bookbinding Workshop: open to Members, closed to the public.
Closed to the public and Members for staff training.
Friday 24 May
Friday 28 June
Friday 26 July
Friday 30 August
Friday 27 September
Friday 25 October
Friday 29 November
Closed to the public and Members for Private Events
Saturday 4 May
Friday 17 May
Saturday 25 May
Saturday 29 June
Saturday 21 September
Saturday 16 November
Saturday 7 December
Holiday closures
Bank Holiday Monday 6 May
Bank Holiday Monday 27 May
Bank Holiday Monday 26 August
Christmas: Close at noon on Friday 20 December