North City Library

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North City Library

931 Rochdale Rd, Manchester, M9 4AF
0161 219 6442
  • Monday9:00am - 8:00pm
  • Tuesday9:00am - 8:00pm
  • Wednesday9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Thursday9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Saturday9:00am - 5:00pm

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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A modern community library space in North Manchester which is shared with North Manchester Sixth Form College.

What's on near North City Library

Craft Beer Tour Around Manchester
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From manifesto-wielding DJs to bands blurring gigs with performance art, our music guide is newly stocked with artists who see live music as a place for risk.

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We’ve got five new Manchester exhibitions this month, from thought-provoking photography to environmental art and community-led projects.

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