| Day | Time slot | Comment | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun: | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | |||
| Mon: | Closed | |||
| Tue: | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | |||
| Wed: | 10:00 am - 7:00 pm | |||
| Thu: | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | |||
| Fri: | Closed | |||
| Sat: | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm | |||
Currently closed
Welcome to The Old Library, Skircoat Green
Nestled in the heart of Skircoat Green, Halifax, The Old Library stands as a beacon of community spirit and cultural heritage. Our community-led, non-profit initiative is dedicated to preserving the rich history of our beloved library while transforming it into a vibrant hub for all.
Latest News
July at The Old Library
Summer is here, and so is the Reading Challenge, some brilliant events, and a couple of fun dates for the diary.
Get Involved at The Old Library
Drop in for a visit, meet friends over coffee, or join our friendly team and get involved.
Upcoming Events
Here is a glimpse of the events coming up at the Old Library over the next couple of months. View our full calendar here
Thu, 13/08/2026 - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Summer Fun at The Old Library: Six Weeks of Free Children's Craft Sessions
Summer Fun programme, six weeks of themed craft sessions for children aged 3 to 10, running every Thursday from 23 July through to 27 August 2026.
Thu, 20/08/2026 - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Summer Fun at The Old Library: Six Weeks of Free Children's Craft Sessions
Summer Fun programme, six weeks of themed craft sessions for children aged 3 to 10, running every Thursday from 23 July through to 27 August 2026.
Thu, 27/08/2026 - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Summer Fun at The Old Library: Six Weeks of Free Children's Craft Sessions
Summer Fun programme, six weeks of themed craft sessions for children aged 3 to 10, running every Thursday from 23 July through to 27 August 2026.
Thu, 03/09/2026 - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
First Thursday Book Club
Monthly on every first Thursday at 10:30am.
The book club is currently full. We aren't able to take new members at this time. If you'd like to be the first to know when a space opens up, keep an eye on our website and social media, we'll post an update as soon as a place becomes free.
Tue, 08/09/2026 - 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Petit Minous French Tutoring
Bonjour! Friendly structured and carefully planned lessons from Rebecca Martin, an experienced and qualified teacher.
Wed, 09/09/2026 - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
2nd Wednesday Book Club
Book club to be held in the library every second Wednesday.
The book club is currently full. We aren't able to take new members at this time. If you'd like to be the first to know when a space opens up, keep an eye on our website and social media, we'll post an update as soon as a place becomes free.
Thu, 10/09/2026 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Architects, Authors and Artists: A Talk by Anne Kirker
Historian Anne Kirker explores the famous names with links to Skircoat who were active when The Old Library first opened its doors.