Library Services Blog

Support from your Library and Skills Centre during summer vacation 2025

Your Library Online provides access to books, journals, databases, subject support, the Library Skills Centre, and 24/7 Library Chat.

Our two campus libraries are open 24/7 providing a range of learning spaces, including those for individual and group working.

Key points

• The libraries are open 24/7
• If you want to study in the library, you can book your learning space in advance
• Access many resources online wherever you are, including ebooks, using Library Search
• Library Chat is available 24/7

Using the library buildings over the summer vacation

• Adsetts and Collegiate libraries are open 24/7 with security staff on duty at all times
• Please remember your ID card to enter the library
• Book your learning spaces in advance to guarantee your favourite space
• Library cafés are closed, but there are vending machines, access to hot water and a microwave, and space to eat your own food
• Hallam Help points are open Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

How to get help and support 

• Library Chat is available 24/7
• Search the library's FAQs
• IT & Library support pages on MyHallam
• 24/7 IT support - 0114 225 3333

The Library’s Skills Centre is open over the summer.

What's on

We’re running live webinars until the end of July, and 1–1 appointments are available to help with your assignments or research.
Prefer to study at your own pace? You can access our full range of online resources, including session recordings and digital tools to support editing and proofreading.

Not sure where to start?

Try our quick online skills assessment to get a personalised action plan with recommended resources and sessions.