Warm Welcome Spaces are free, safe and warm places where you can spend time.
You can find them in libraries and other places across Manchester.
Warm Welcome Spaces in libraries
Every Manchester library is a Warm Welcome Space.
You can visit during library opening times. You do not need to pay to come in.
Libraries offer:
- free Wi-Fi and internet access
- comfortable places to sit
- newspapers
- information and advice
- help to find other support
- age-friendly spaces
- weekly digital drop-ins
Free hot drinks
Free self-service hot drinks are available from 19 October 2026 to February 2027.
You do not need to pay. If you can afford to, you can make a donation at the library.
Activities for children under 5
Libraries hold a story time for children under 5 once a week.
They usually take place at 11am. Check with your local library for the day and time.
Other Warm Welcome Spaces
There are also Warm Welcome Spaces in other places across Manchester.
They are free to visit and offer a safe and warm place to spend time. Some also offer:
- hot drinks
- a place to meet other people
- information and advice
- help to find local support
What is available will depend on the Warm Welcome Space you visit.
Find a Warm Welcome Space on the Warm Welcome website
Get help to find a Warm Welcome Space
If you need help finding somewhere to go, you can contact our free Cost of Living Advice Line.