A series of improvements are planned for Haverfordwest’s Glan-yr-Afon Library on Riverside, requiring the facility to be closed for two weeks in December.

Feedback from customers has highlighted a number of areas for improvement: the children’s library lacks space for larger group activities; customer requests for Wi-Fi printing have increased; and there is demand for more Visitor Information about the county. In addition, some users feel that the space could feel safer at times.

Thanks to funding from the Welsh Government, an exciting project is now set to address these needs.

Planned improvements include:

• An improved children’s library – more visible, plus additional space for author visits, class sessions, and children’s activities.

• Enhanced digital and Visitor Information services – public Wi-Fi printing for the first time, alongside a refreshed and expanded Visitor Information area.

• Improved building flow – A redesign of the access routes into the building will help to create a safer and more welcoming environment for all; which will include the installation of Access Gates to control access to the library’s main areas.

A spokesperson for Pembrokeshire Council said: “These changes will improve the library flow and experience for customers and visitors in terms of staff visibility and clear orientation.

“This project builds on previous Welsh Government investment to unlock the full potential of Glan-yr-Afon Library, ensuring that the original vision is fully realised for the benefit of the entire community.”

The library will be closed between Saturday, December 6 and 20 to allow the work to be completed.

During this time, all library books on loan from Haverfordwest Library will be automatically extended to prevent customers from incurring overdue fines. The Coffee Shop will remain open.

The Library will re-open on Monday December 22 before closing for Christmas at 4pm on Christmas Eve.

The Library re-opens after Christmas on Friday, January 2.