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.
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
| Normal Semester Dates 2011/12 | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 9.00 to 17:00 |
| Saturday and Sunday | Closed |
| Christmas Recess 2011/12 | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Friday 23rd December | 9.00 to 12.30 |
| Saturday 24th to Tuesday 27th December | Closed |
| Wednesday 28th to Friday 30th December | 9.00 to 17.00 |
| Monday 2nd January 2012 | Closed |
| Easter Holiday 2012 | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Friday 6th to Monday 9th April | Closed |
| Early May Bank Holiday | Opening Hours |
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| Monday 7th May | Closed |
| Spring Bank Holiday | Opening Hours |
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| Monday 4th June | Closed |
| Queen's Diamond Jubilee | Opening Hours |
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| Tuesday 5th June | Closed |
Summer Recess Opening Hours
| Summer Vacation | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Normal Opening Hours | |
| Monday 27th 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.