Behaviour in the Library
We’ve got dedicated zones across our buildings for those who wish to study silently, quietly or in a group.
These zones enable everyone to choose a space to work which suits them.
Please respect your fellow users by taking a look at what behaviour is appropriate and where in the Library.
Behaviour zones
Silent zones
Got a problem? Text us.
If you're being disturbed in the Library, text us, including your location and the nature of the problem on:
07919 293133
We won't reply to your text, but we'll deal with the problem ASAP.
Behaviour:
- No conversation
- No sound from headphones
- Mobile phones on silent or vibrate
- Bottled water
- Hot and cold drinks in lidded containers
- Cold food only
Please note, it’s bottled water only in the Raymond Burton Library
Locations:
- Raymond Burton Library
- The north side (facing the carpark) of floors 1 and 2 in the JB Morrell Library
- Single studies
Quiet zones
Got a problem? Text us.
If you're being disturbed in the Library, text us, including your location and the nature of the problem on:
07919 293133
We won't reply to your text, but we'll deal with the problem ASAP.
Behaviour:
- Noise kept to a minimum
- Bottled water
- Hot and cold drinks in lidded containers
- Cold food only
Locations:
- The south side (facing University Road) of floors 1 and 2 in the JB Morrell Library
- Floor 3 in the JB Morrell Library
Studious Buzz zones
Got a problem? Text us.
If you're being disturbed in the Library, text us, including your location and the nature of the problem on:
07919 293133
We won't reply to your text, but we'll deal with the problem ASAP.
Behaviour:
- Quiet group work
- Hot and cold drinks in lidded containers
- Cold food only (hot food is permitted in the Harry Fairhurst building)
Locations
- The whole of the Harry Fairhurst building
- The Morrell Lounge
- Group studies
No smoking zone
For the comfort of all our users, the no smoking zone outside the Library has been extended. The map below illustrates the areas where smoking is not permitted.
Please observe the no smoking signs and use the ash bins provided to extinguish and dispose of your cigarettes. 
Unattended property
The Library is often a very busy place and it's important we make the most of the space we have.
We’ve received lots of feedback asking us to free up space by removing items that have been left unattended for long periods.
How it works
- We'll make a note if we spot any unattended items in the Library.
- If the items are still unattended after one hour, Library staff will remove the items and store them securely at the Help Desk where they can be reclaimed.
- If items are left overnight, they will be removed after 9am.
- Any Library books (or other items) collected will be removed from loan and returned to the shelves.
- If you see items left unattended for long periods, which are preventing access to study spaces, please text us the details on 07919 293133.
Removed property, with the exception of University cards, will be kept in the Library for one week before being sent to the central University lost property store controlled by Security staff. University cards will be sent straight to the Information Centre.
This was introduced in response to student concerns and we welcome any feedback you may have.
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