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Guille-Allès Library

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St Peter Port

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144-year heritage (1882)

Story

Founded by lifelong friends Thomas Guille and Frederick Allès; building opened in 1888; has been at the heart of island life for over 140 years

Guille-Allès Library is a hub for culture, learning, and community in Guernsey, operating since 1882. Founded by lifelong friends Thomas Guille and Frederick Allès, the library's building opened in 1888. The library provides free access to books, ideas, and trustworthy information, enriching lives and supporting wellbeing across the community. —

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Quick facts

Established
1882 · 144 years
Facilities
Accessible Entrance
Specialises in
Vinyl Cutting, Heat Press

People5

  • Cornelia James — Chief Librarian
  • Adam Bayfield — Head of Marketing & Customer Services
  • Catherine Stuart — Head of Learning & Development
  • Jodie Hearn — Head of Children & Young People's Services
  • Chris Jordan — Head of Operations

Services offered

  • Book lending (inferred from the source page)
  • eBooks
  • Digital audiobooks (inferred from the source page)
  • Digital newspapers and magazines (inferred from the source page)
  • DVDs
  • CDs (inferred from the source page)
  • Printed music (inferred from the source page)
  • Jigsaw puzzles (inferred from the source page)
  • Computer access (inferred from the source page)
  • Free Wi-Fi (inferred from the source page)
  • Fab Lab
  • Children's library (inferred from the source page)
  • Story times (inferred from the source page)
  • Book clubs
  • Schools Library Service (inferred from the source page)
  • Community libraries
  • Health and wellbeing programmes (inferred from the source page)
  • Community events (inferred from the source page)

Hours

Mon
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tue
10:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Wed
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thu
9:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Fri
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sun
Closed

Last checked 15 May 2026·Google Business Profile

Contact

Phone
+44 1481 720392
Email
ga@library.gg
Website
library.gg
Social
Address
Market Street, St Peter Port, Guernsey GY1 1HB

Location

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