Library Loves and Hates

In February 2026, for Valentine's Day, we asked for your library loves or your library hates. You had lots to say!

Collage of images of Valentine's feedback wall with heart sticky notes
Pie chart showing 28.1% 'Icks' and 71.9% 'loves'

You said that you loved:

  • 24/7 access
  • Facilities – water fountains, the
  • The warm and nice atmosphere
  • Having a quiet space to work
  • The people – your friends and our staff!
  • Our leisure collections – , the , our DVDs, the childrens' books and the inclusivity of our books
  • Getting free hot chocolate at the Colouring-in Cafe, and our activities like
Donut chart showing students' favourite library study areas

You also loved the variety of spaces we have:

  • The Reading Room (now with PCs!)
  • B Floor and C Floor
  • The Postgraduate Study Room
  • Our soft and comfy seating – especially the orange chairs!
Broken heart

You weren't so keen on:

  • Seeing people you don't like
  • Noise – people speaking in quiet or silent areas on B or C Floor, or setting off the fire shutter alarm (P.S. don't stand where the caution tape is – it beeps if it's obstructed!) Remember, you can
  • Plumbing issues – the broken hot water tap
  • The toilets or study spots being messy
  • Plug sockets not working
  • Having to do your work...