The ‘out of order’ sliding front doors at the main entrance of Leamington Library will be replaced this coming summer – more than two years after the issue first began.

In September 2024, resident Judy Steele raised the issue which had already been going on for several months prior.

At the time a spokeswoman for Warwick District Council, which owns the building and is responsible for its upkeep, said: “The council is aware of the long term problems with the sliding doors to the library and following failed attempts to repair them has been advised that they will need to be remodelled and replaced.

"This is unfortunately not a quick fix and will need the relevant listed building consent/planning permission from the conservation officer as well as being compliant with Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) standards.

There have been issues with the sliding doors at the front entrance of Leamington Library for more than two years.

placeholder image — There have been issues with the sliding doors at the front entrance of Leamington Library for more than two years.

"The council remains committed to the care and upkeep of one of Leamington’s most important public buildings and is working towards finding a solution.”

Last week, Judy contacted The Courier and Weekly News again to say that the issue with the doors still remains.

We approached the council for an update and, in response, a spokesman said: “The replacement doors are currently being produced and it is anticipated that they will be installed over the summer months.

"We apologise for the delay.

"Our team are available to assist with anyone who requires assistance with access to the building.”

The building houses Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum, the town’s Visitor Information Centre and Box Office, Leamington Library, Warwick District Council’s front-Line services and The Larder Café.