Discovery Library, Derriford Hospital

Public Access:

Members of the public may apply for reference access to the collections for the purposes of personal research. There is a private member scheme for health professionals not employed within the NHS who wish to apply for borrowing rights. Please contact the library for further access details.

Contact Details:

Address: Discovery Library, Level 5, Southwest Cardiothoracic Centre, Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, PL6 8DH [View map]

Phone: 01752 439111

E–mail: library.mailbox@nhs.net

Website: www.sdhl.nhs.uk

Opening hours:

DayOpening Hours
Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:00
Saturday - SundayClosed

Services and Facilities:

  • Online catalogue: www.swims.nhs.uk
  • Around 14500 books and reports
  • 300 current journal subscriptions
  • Self service photocopying

Special Collections:

The library collections cover all aspects of health care to support pre-registration and professional study.