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Govanhill Library was opened in 1906. it is one of twelve libraries constructed with Andrew Carnegie's gift of £100,000 to the city in 1901 and was designed by the architect James R Rhind. Govanhill Library offers a wide range of services and activities in a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere. The library offers a wide range of stock for both Adults and Children and has 14 PCs with free access to the internet. It also houses a collection of Urdu, Chinese, Punjabi and Slovakian.

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changemakersdebs2025

Oct 2025

Accessible library design

This library is an excellent place to study and is accessible to many disabled people, as it is entirely situated on the ground floor and utilises a disabled-accessible door at the entrance. It offers a sense of peace and focus ideal for academic pursuits, However, for a person with a physical disability such as myself, it lacks convenient transport links and may require considerable walking from the bus stop.

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Disabled Access Information Provided by Govanhill Library

Disabled Access at Govanhill Library

We have a disabled ramp at the entrance to the building and level access throughout the library. Although we have double door access to the building there is a bell for staff assistance.

Toilets features at Govanhill Library

Our Disabled Toilet has step free access, is wide enough for a manual or power wheelchair, has a grab rail and an easy turn lock.

Accessible toilet

A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements is available within the main public areas.