Onchan Library celebrates its 70th Birthday

Onchan Library was officially opened on 2 December 1944, with donations of books from the military hospital at the Majestic Hotel and HMS St George.Seven decades later, the library offers a range of over 27,000 titles, plus audio downloads, Internet facilities, and local information.

As part of our celebrations there will be 40s inspired displays and events throughout the month of December based around the themes of 'Make Do and Mend' 'White Christmas' and 'Keep Calm and Read On.


For further details please see the Onchan Library Website