Local libraries
Lambeth has nine libraries spread across the borough. This page will tell you more about each library and list their opening times.
See a map of all the library locations.
All Lambeth's libraries have access for people with disabilities. Brixton, West Norwood and the mobile libraries have induction loops. Brixton Library has a minicom facility.
Lambeth also offers a home visit library service, a reference library and also the Lambeth Archives and Local History service.
The Upper Norwood Joint Library is an independent library service, funded by Croydon and Lambeth Councils, but is not part of either borough's library services.
Brixton Library is in the centre of Brixton, next to the Ritzy Cinema.
Carnegie Library is in a residential area close to Denmark Hill and Herne Hill.
Clapham Library is in the Old Town, a short walk from the common and the shops.
Durning Library is in an impressive Victorian building in Kennington, close to the tube station.
The Minet Library is a small and attractive neighbourhood library in Knatchbull Road, near to Myatt's Fields park.
South Lambeth Library is located between Stockwell and Kennington in the heart of Lambeth's Portuguese community.
Streatham Library is on the High Road, right in the heart of the town centre.
Waterloo Library is situated in Lower Marsh, right next to the market, in a building shared with the job shop.
We are sorry to announce that West Norwood Library and the Nettlefold Hall are closed until further notice.