Libraries offer new help for visually impaired readers

Gwynedd Council’s Libraries Service is offering new help to those who love reading but are struggling to do so due to problems with their eyesight.

All Gwynedd Libraries offer a wide range of services to people who are blind, partially sighted or have a visual impairment. The services available include:

Large Print books - both Welsh and English books;

CD and MP3 Audio books, in Welsh and English;

Zoom Text software on computers at Pwllheli, Caernarfon and Bangor libraries;

Magnifying Aids - available for customers to use in some libraries.

Hire of library rooms

The public, local education providers, agencies, associations and private companies are welcome to hire the Gwynedd Libraries Community rooms.

LibLibrary Rooms Locations:

Contact the appropriate library to hire or for more information.

Barmouth Library  (01341) 280258
Blaenau Ffestiniog Library  (01766) 830415
Caernarfon Library  (01286) 679463
Criccieth Library (01766) 522256
Dolgellau Library  (01341) 422771
Tywyn Library   (01654) 710104