Please be aware of the following updates as we move into the Easter Vacation.

Opening Hours

From Monday 17th March 2025, the Vere Harmsworth Library and the RAI Building will have the following opening hours:

Monday – Friday            9am – 7pm

Saturday – Sunday        CLOSED

The Library will be closed on the bank holidays Friday 18th April and Monday 21st April. Normal term-time opening hours will resume on Tuesday 22nd April 2025.

Please check the VHL website for updates and upcoming closure periods.

Vacation Loans

Vacation loans are now in place across the Bodleian Libraries. Books checked out will not need to be returned until Tuesday 29th April. You may return your book before that time if you wish.

Please note that this does not apply to self-collect books, which will need to renewed every seven days as normal.

We wish you all an enjoyable break!