Newcastle Library

Possibly Ireland's best-located library. Right in the middle of Newcastle with stunning views of the Mourne Mountains. It's small, friendly, relaxed and efficient. The staff are wonderful - huge knowledge of books and authors, and always keen to help. There are enough computers - including some for kids only. Plus, there's a lovely gallery displaying the work of local artists, and comfortable seating for reading books or papers. Worth a visit.

I just dropped in to relax for an hour, which indeed I did. I was able to read The Irish Times in a very pleasant space - and I left with a book.

Wow! For just a library it has some spectacular window views overlooking some of Newcastle and the mourne mountains. Didn't think it was so big inside. What a wide variety of different genres of books. It also has a mini art gallery where people can come and view experimental art. Def a place to come and it so quiet, you don't even hear outside. It feels like your in the middle of the peaceful, living countryside!

Nice little library, helpful staff good turn over of stock. Small car park. Good views of the Mourne mountains with Slieve Donard to the foreground. Based on main street on the bank of the Shimna river

This is a small library where it´s easy to get a library card and take out a book or whatever. They also offer an internet and printing service. The staff are ever friendly and helpful.

Lovely to dander in, read the local and national papers, view any of the art displays on view or do some work

A 4storey building in the heart of citycentre n u jave an immense section for buks,novels,play n internet

visited to book bus tickets & ended up becoming members! The staff are very friendly & helpful & they must be very happy with the views they have from this library. Will certainly be back!

Very nice relaxing place for a quiet read with great views pity its not open sundays too. Staff very helpful and friendly.

Great place to read papers or borrow books with a lovely view of the Mournes. Interesting exhibitions and pleasant helpful staff.