Archie Cochrane Library
The library and IT room have moved to the new Education Centre, housed in the tall building at the main entrance to the hospital grounds. Please come to the library through the main door of the Centre.
- Contact details and location
- Access
- Staff contacts
- Opening Hours
- Further information
- Archie Cochrane's autobiography
Archie Cochrane Library Contact Details
Archie Cochrane Library
Education Centre
University Hospital Llandough
Penarth
CF64 2XX
Additional information:
University Hospital Llandough is on the B4267 close to Dinas Powys and Penarth. The library and IT room are situated in the new Education Centre, housed in the tall building at the main entrance to the hospital grounds. Please access the library through the main door of the Centre.
Access
- Ground floor entry to the Centre with lift access to the library
- Disabled toilet
- Staff will retrieve books and journals from the shelves on request
Contacts
Ms Rosemary Soper
Opening Hours
The library is open 24/7 for unstaffed access. Please contact us for entry arrangements.
| Normal semester dates 2012-13 | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 09.00 to 17.00 |
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
| Monday 6th May (Bank Holiday) | Closed |
| Monday 27th May (Bank Holiday) | Closed |
| Easter Holiday 2013 | |
| Friday 29th March to Monday 1st April | Closed |
| Summer Vacation 2013 | |
| Monday to Friday | 09.00 to 17.00 |
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
| Monday 26th August (Bank Holiday) | Closed |
Further information
The Library and the evidence-based healthcare database called the Cochrane Library are both named after the late Professor Archie Cochrane, who worked for many years in the Cardiff area. He promoted the concept of the randomised controlled trial and the need for evidence based practice. The Cochrane Archive contains memorabilia relating to his life and work. More details on application to the librarian.
Archie Cochrane's autobiography
Archie Cochrane's autobiography, One Man's Medicine, is available to purchase in the library, price £14.99.
Order One Man's Medicine by post.