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Newcastle City Library
- Quiet times
- Quiet room
- Visual guide
- Calmer times
Official venue information, 30 Oct 2026. Taken from the venue's own website.
Source: Newcastle City Library: accessibility information · Report a change
Newcastle City Library has a Calm Zone on Level 3 and a free Quiet Hour every Saturday morning. An autism friendly user guide explains what to expect.
What they offer
- Quiet or relaxed timesQuiet Hour every Saturday, 10am to 11am on Level 3, when staff avoid making excess noise
- Quiet room or spaceA Calm Zone on Level 3
- Visual guide or social storyAn autism friendly user guide, with a printable copy
- Quieter times to visitIt can be noisy when there are lots of people
Not on their website yet
Sensory map, ear defenders or sensory kit, queue support, carer ticket, Changing Places toilet, staff training. We'll add these as soon as Newcastle City Library publishes them. Until then, it's worth asking when you book.
Before you go
Every person is different. Use these details to plan, and contact the venue if something matters to you: most are happy to answer questions before you visit.