Clapham Library

Picture of Clapham Library Clapham Library is in the Old Town, a short walk from the common and the shops. It offers books, DVDs and CDs for loan, a reference and information service, and free use of computers for Internet, email and word-processing.The Library also holds a small collection of books in French, Polish, Portuguese and Spanish.

We also have online resources and services for you to use. 

Opening hours

Clapham Library is open:

  • Monday - 1 to 8pm
  • Tuesday - 10am to 6pm
  • Wednesday - 10am to 6pm
  • Thursday - 10am to 8pm
  • Friday - 10am to 6pm
  • Saturday - 9am to 5pm
  • Sunday - closed

Book groups

Find out about the books groups at Clapham Library.

How to find us

1 Northside
Clapham Common
SW4 0QW

Tel: 020 7926 0717
Fax: 020 7926 4859
Email: claphamlibrary@lambeth.gov.uk

Location map for Clapham Library

Local transport
Tube: Clapham Common
Buses: 35, 37, 88, 137, 155, 255, 322, 345, 417

Access for people with disabilities

  • Wheelchair access: ramp leading up to the front entrance.
  • Registered assistance dogs welcome.

There is no disabled toilet and no Induction Loop.

Who to contact