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📚 Home to @durham-university.bsky.social Libraries and @ducollections.bsky.social 💜 Amazing resources, fantastic spaces and friendly staff 💬 Not monitored 24/7 Website: durham.ac.uk/library Linktree: linktr.ee/DULib

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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Our First meet and Greet session of the year is happening now! Come and meet up with members of our student team in Bill Bryson Library this afternoon (2.15-3.40) and find out more about using the physical space and our services from people with first hand experience of being a student at Durham 💬
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
We know how busy the start of term can be, so remember to take some time for yourself! 😊 Check out our Wellbeing Guide for resources and information to support your wellbeing, as well as details of support services available at Durham 💜 👉 libguides.durham.ac.uk/wellbeing/home
View of Durham Cathedral
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Introducing the Library cafe, Small Island Coffee, located in West Wing on Level 2 ☕ The perfect place to take a study break, where you can buy sandwiches, paninis, salads, drinks and snacks. There’s also hot and cold water stations so you can keep topped up throughout the day 😊
Billy Bee and Small Island Coffee team
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
We know not everyone will have the chance to visit us during Welcome Week, and there’s a lot to take in at the start of term.
Friendly staff member speaking to a student
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Looking for study space? 👀 We’ve got lots of different types of spaces available across our sites, including: 🏢 various sites across the city ✅ bookable and non-bookable spaces 🔕 different noise zones
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
📢 Midnight opening is back! As of today, the Billy B will be open till Midnight until the end of term 🥳 Colleges provide study spaces for students after Midnight. #DULib #StudySpaces
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Find out more about your University Library by visiting our Welcome Fair, happening today and tomorrow from 10am – 3.30pm at Bill Bryson Library 📚 Our friendly staff are ready and waiting to answer all your queries, plus you can Spin the Wheel to win some freebies! 💜 #DULib #DUWelcome
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
At a time where books are being increasingly challenged, taken off shelves or targeted due to the ideas they hold, Banned Books Week UK brings literature lovers together to celebrate the right to read freely - and we'd love for you to get involved! (2/4)
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
We’re taking part in Banned Books Week UK! 📚🚫 From 4-10 October, we’ll be celebrating the freedom to read, highlighting books in our collection that have been banned, challenged or censored... (1/4) @indexoncensorship.org #DULib #BannedBooksWeekUK
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Did you know that Durham Book Festival is on next weekend? 📚 This year, we are working with the festival to spread some extra literary joy to our lovely students 💜 (1/2)
Photo of Durham Book Festival's program leaflet being held up in front of the entrance to Bill Bryson Library. 
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Wow, it’s been brilliant speaking to so many of you at our Welcome Fair this week! 💜 If you haven’t had chance to visit us yet, we’re back next Monday and Tuesday from 10am-3.30pm - see you then! 😊 #DULib #DUWelcome
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Did you know that there are so many incredible resources available to you during your time at Durham, including books, electronic resources, Archives and Special Collections and Museum collections?
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Come and check out our annual Black History Month Bookshelf. Located in The Snug this year, this bookshelf has a range of titles that are primarily taken from our Liberate My Library list 📚
Black History Month bookshelf
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
We don’t expect you to know everything about using the Library and there are no silly questions – we want to hear from you so we can help you in any way that we can 😊 👉 Use our 24/7 live chat service to chat with real people (not bots!) 👉 Send us an email
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Want to find out more about University Library and Collections? Pop into Bill Bryson Library this week between 10am-3.30pm and you can: ➡️ speak to our friendly staff from across the department ➡️ find out more about our services and support
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Say hello to Billy Bee, our Library Mascot! 👋 Lots of our students nickname Bill Bryson Library "The Billy B", so when it came to choosing a mascot, Billy was perfect for the job! 💜
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
A quick reminder of our current opening times at the Billy B: ➡️ Mon-Fri 8am-10pm ➡️ Sat-Sun 9am-10pm From Monday 5 October we’ll be open until Midnight🦉 Visit our Libraries and site information guide to keep up to date: libguides.durham.ac.uk/Libraries 👍 #DULib #DUWelcome
Photo of the Bill Bryson Library with autumnal trees and leaves in the foreground.
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Welcome to your University Library and Collections 🎉 Whether you’re a joining us for the first time or returning to continue your studies, we hope you have an amazing time over the coming weeks, finding your way around Durham and settling into the new academic year 💜
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
📢 Upcoming changes to opening times at the Billy B 🐝 📅 Welcome week: Monday 28 September – Sunday 4 October: 👉 Monday – Friday 8am – 10pm 👉 Weekend 9am – 10pm
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Welcome to Durham 👋 We hope you enjoy your weekend settling into your new colleges and exploring Durham City. We're looking forward to seeing lots of you this upcoming week at our welcome fair 💜 #DULib
Aerial view of Durham peninsula
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
We're so excited to welcome everyone back for the new academic year, and to meet some new faces - we've missed you all 👋! To come and see us in the Billy B all you need to do is scan your campus card on our access gates.
Billy Bee mascot waving in front of Library entrance
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Congratulations! Our Library & Collections Learning and Engagement team are Sandford Award winners again - recognising the quality of our learning programmes and community work. Find out more: www.durham.ac.uk/departments/...
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Are you visiting us for the @durham.ac.uk Open Day today or tomorrow? 😊 Remember to pop into Bill Bryson Library, 9am-4pm, to have a look around and chat to our friendly staff about our resources, collections, and study spaces. See you soon! 💜 #DULib #DUinspire
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Join us at Bill Bryson Library between Wednesday 30 September and Tuesday 6 October from 10am-3.30pm (weekdays) to find out everything you need to know about our libraries, museums, collections and services ✨
View of Bill Bryson Library from Geography building.
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Are you an incoming student experiencing issues with enrolment and registration? Try using the Smart Service Gateway chatbot - if it can't answer your question, it will help you to log a call with the University's team for someone to get back to you directly: www.durham.ac.uk/colleges-and...
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Bill Bryson Library will be closed on Monday (31 August) for summer bank holiday 🏢 We'll be open again from 9am the next day 😊 You can still access study spaces at colleges, and live chat support will be available 24/7 💬
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Congratulations to everyone who’s received their exam results this month - you're all amazing! 💜 If you're heading to Durham in September, we look forward to welcoming you to the Library! 😊 #DULib
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Don’t be an early bird! 🐦 Bill Bryson Library will open at the later time of 11am on Sunday 16 August 2026. This is to allow essential water meter work to take place. You can still access all our online resources and live chat will still be available if you have any questions.
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Looking for summer or travel-themed read? ☀️📚 Why not explore our featured 'Summer Reads' and 'Travel' lists on Libby. Whether you're planning your next getaway or you just want to get lost in a story, we have a great selection of magazines, books and audiobooks for you to check out 😊
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
The books were donated by Professor Huang Bikang of Peking University, a former Fellow of Durham University's Institute of Advanced Study. The donation reflects the long-standing academic relationship developed during his time at Durham.
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
We received a donation of translations of the acclaimed literary work The Four Dreams of Linchuan 📚
Vice-Chancellor Professor Karen O'Brien and Director of University Library and Collections, University Librarian Stuart Hunt are pictured holding books. Vice-Chancellor Professor Karen O'Brien next to books on display.
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Summer is in full swing at the Billy B, and there are plenty of flowers growing in our meadow 💐 We’re letting this lawn grow wild to support our local wildlife 🌼 If you're visiting us, why not have a study break and take in the beautiful views around Lower Mountjoy? #DULib #Greenspace
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
In today’s #ThrowbackThursday post, we’re looking back to 1983, when our Main Library (now called the Bryson Library) was relocated from Palace Green 📍 The original 1960s Science Library at the Science Site was extended southwards to create the Main Library 🏢
Letter from Acquisitions Librarian informing of the changes to the Library address.
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
📢 We're having a summer refresh at the Billy B with new study chairs on Level 1 and 4, and three new cosy study areas in the Level 1 North nooks 🛋️
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
It may be summer, but your Faculty Librarians are still available to help you get the most out of our resources 📚💻 They can support your learning (or teaching) and help you to develop your skills. Visit our website for more info: www.durham.ac.uk/departments/... 😊 #DULibSupport
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
📢 Due to essential electrical work taking place on campus, Bill Bryson Library will be closed on Sunday 12 July 2026. Access to online resources and LiveChat will still be available. The library will reopen at 9am Monday 13 July.
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Well done to everyone graduating this week – you’re all amazing 🥳 This #ThrowbackThursday, we’re sharing a graduation-themed photo from our Archives and Special Collections. Here’s a photo of the congregation leaving the Cathedral from the Edis Photographic Negatives collection (unknown date) 🎓
Palace Green, Durham: [University] congregation leaving the cathedral. [Reuben Green no.23/1] - EDI/P30
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Did you know - through our Liberate My Library initiative, you can help diversify our collections by suggesting new titles for us to purchase? 🌈
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
It's the last day of term! 🎉 We’ve loved welcoming everyone who visited us or used our services this year 💜 📚 If you're heading off for the summer, remember to return your books to us before you go: libguides.durham.ac.uk/borrowfromus...
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Are you visiting us for the @durham.ac.uk Open Day this today or tomorrow? 😊 Remember to pop into Bill Bryson Library, 9am-4pm, to have a look around and chat to our friendly staff 💜 #DULib #DUinspire
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
There's still time to donate any unwanted textbooks at the Bill Bryson Library if you haven't already 📚 Thanks for all the donations so far 💜 Simply leave your used course books in the bookbin that you’ll find in the Library entrance, from Wednesday 3 June to Friday 3 July 😊
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Take a moment to pause and appreciate the world around you this #MindfulMonday 😊 If you’re looking for ways to support your wellbeing, our Wellbeing Guide is full of helpful resources and information 👉 libguides.durham.ac.uk/wellbeing
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Are you or someone you know a carer? Want to know more about what it might mean to be a carer? This week is Carers Week and we have information and books available for you to borrow - come check out our display in Bill Bryson Library 💜 #DULib
Carers Week display in Bill Bryson Library - featuring posters and books.Carers Week display in Bill Bryson Library - featuring posters and books.Carers Week display in Bill Bryson Library - featuring posters and books.Carers Week display in Bill Bryson Library - featuring posters and books.
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Congratulations to everyone who has finished assessments, handed in dissertations and completed exams – you’re all amazing! 💜 For those still studying, we’re still here to support you 😊 #DULib
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
📢 24/7 opening at Bill Bryson Library will end at 8pm on Friday 5 June. Our opening times will then change to the following: 🏢 Monday-Sunday 9am to 8pm* *Closed August Bank Holiday See our guide for details of all our study space opening times: libguides.durham.ac.uk/Libraries/ou... #DULib
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Are you moving out of College this summer? Graduating? Having a clear-out? Did you know that you can donate any unwanted textbooks at the Bill Bryson Library? 📚 Simply leave your used course books in the bookbin that you’ll find in the Library entrance, from Wednesday 3 June to Friday 3 July 💜
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Our friendly staff have enjoyed handing out freebies again at the Billy B today 🎁😊
Staff handing out freebies in the Library
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
We are celebrating Gypsy / Roma / Traveller History Month in June! When you are next in Bill Bryson Library, why not take a moment to have a look at our themed bookcase and informative posters? 📚
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 31/05/2026
Tomorrow marks the beginning of Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 If you are passing through Bill Bryson Library, make sure to stop by our book displays on Level 2 📚 These displays include a selection of our LGBTQ+ fiction and non-fiction books (feel free to borrow any books you'd like!) 🌈 (1/2)
Book display of LGBTQ+ fiction books and a large Liberate my Library banner.Book display of LGBTQ+ non-fiction books.Book display of LGBTQ+ fiction books.
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Durham University Library @dulib.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Our Lucky Ticket Tuesday giveaway in the Billy B has now ended - congratulations to all our lucky winners!! We hope it’s brightened your day a little 🥳
Collage of Lucky Ticket Winners
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