Good local studies collection on the first floor. No public records per se, but lots of books to…read morehelp set the context for your family history. And the staff double teamed and help retrieve items of possible interest. Very impressive!

An excellent library (but pity it doesn't have parking facilities). The childrens area is a good…read moresize and very well stocked, albeit the seating for accompanying parents sometimes isn't adequate and a bench or two more would be helpful. Computers available in this area too and a couple of desks to sit and read at (or sometimes colour in). Upstairs is the main library, with more computers (and there are computers for the adults downstairs too), served well by stairs and a lift. There are toilets on site, but you need to ask for a key. A Local Studies section is a great boon to folk wanting to do some research and the staff are very knowledgeable and approachable in relation to the subject. If you are in a hurry, there is a self service section downstairs where you can scan through your books without waiting for a librarian to do it.

The public library service has moved to Pat's Brae in Ballymena town centre. The closest carparking…read moreis available at the Tower Centre. It is now situated in a large two-storey building and has photocopying, computing and archive facilities. Library users may now borrow both books and audio/video materials. The Education and Library Board still own the building at Demesne Avenue but it now only contains the Teacher's collection, Schools Library Service and Historical Research departments.

A small but very welcoming library. Carries a good range of books and has computers available for…read morepublic use. Librarian is always very friendly and helpful. Would have been five stars, but opening hours are limited, hence only four - do check days/times as it is easy to forget and arrive to a closed building. Small but adequate car park adjacent, but mind the very narrow gateway into same.

Set out over 3 levels it is an expansive library. They have roughly 20 computers which are free for…read morelibrary members to use for periods of 30-60 mins. They ahve a fantastic chldrens section in the basement section and host story telling morning every other wednesday and one saturday in the month.

Coleraine Library brings many happy memories of Saturday morning spent browsing the books in the…read morechildrens section to pick 3 books which I could take home to read. As the years went on the memories change slightly to sitting up on the upper floor supposedly studying books or was it boys! Then things move on until I was taking my own children to the library to choose their books. Staff are really helpful and a couple of them have worked there for years so know everyone by name and exactly what they will be looking for. I suppose as Libraries go it is quite small but big is not always better!

Armagh City Library located on Market Street is a public library offering book borrowing, free…read morewifi, public computers, audiobooks, newspapers and faxing, scanning and photocopying facilities to members. It's a warm, welcoming, small library located in a beautiful, square, Georgian style building dating from 1815 (the building itself is called Market House). There are some comfy chairs and sofas to relax in and as with all libraries a peaceful, quiet vibe pervades. If you are a member of public Libraries NI you can use your library card in any public library. So if you are visiting Armagh from Belfast or Newry, or anywhere else, you can use the full Armagh City Library facilities and also return or borrow books there. For locals Armagh library run various events including adult and children's book and reading clubs, patchwork quilting and knitting groups throughout the week. I love public libraries and wish more people used them. If you want a book which is not in your local branch, for a few pence, you can order a copy in from another library. Why spend a fortune buying traditional or electronic books?! Nowadays even top, popular, best sellers and new release books are available free from public libraries or can be ordered in for you. It's also free and easy to join a public library - just pop in with proof of identification showing your name and current address e.g. a bill or driving licence. Painless! So go on - do it!

Linen Hall Library is a quiet retreat from the busy Belfast city centre streets. A peaceful…read moresanctuary filled with winding staircases, books, a coffee shop and art exhibitions. It's the perfect place to discover some tranquillity when the hectic hustle and bustle of shopping gets too much. Stepping into Linen Hall is literally like stepping into another world and time. It's only recently I discovered this Library specialises in Irish Studies, Northern Ireland Politics and Theatre and Performing Arts. They also have a general lending section but you have to be a paying subscriber to borrow books. However any member of the public can step into this beautiful building and make use of the space to read, use the coffee shop, view art and just hang out and relax. A lovely place to escape to and its worthwhile keeping an eye on their website for upcoming events and exhibitions.

Best food in Belfast so far. Linen Hall breakfast is fantastic, vegetarian Linen Hall breakfast is…read moreevery bit as good. Poached egg on avocado toast with walnuts and feta highly recommended. Service quick and friendly. Atmosphere absolutely beautiful and a library to boot. Prices lower than many others of lesser quality and ambience. Don't pass up this Belfast gem.