Events

After the creation of the London Borough of Lambeth in 1965, Lambeth’s new Department of Architecture and Planning, led by Ted Hollamby, went on to design some unusually diverse and distinctive council housing across the borough.

Join our librarians for songs, stories and rhyme for the under 5s

Join us on Saturday mornings for play, stories, songs and rhyme. Playtime is from 9.30am and the songs and stories begin at 10am

Discover stories about ordinary people who made extraordinary efforts to change the lives of others.

This two-hour walk examines the phenomenon of a notorious all-female criminal gang who created havoc in early 20th century London. Most of them were born or based in Lambeth.

Have you ever wondered how Victorians mourned in the face of strict societal expectations?

Join qualified Lambeth Tour Guide Christina on a 90 mins guided walk to discover some intriguing Kennington stories.

A chess club for all ages and abilities. Chess boards and pieces provided.  

We start at the Grade ll listed, brick-built railway bridge over Rosendale Road, the central arch of which is an ellipsis.

Explore and learn both old and new crafts. Enjoy various weekly workshops, including drawing, painting, flower pressing, and more, with materials provided.

Family festival celebrating the annual wheat harvest and the crafts of milling and artisan bread making with live music, food, beer, fun games for children, and craft and baking workshops for everyone.

From animal impersonators, to train robbers, renowned photographers, to vegan pioneers, and the First Lady of Liberia; so many fascinating people have been laid to rest in Streatham Cemetery.

Join this 90-minute walk led by Bill Linskey to learn about many famous, local people who are now honoured with plaques on buildings significant to them.

FREE but places limited

After the creation of the London Borough of Lambeth in 1965, Lambeth’s new Department of Architecture and Planning, led by Ted Hollamby, went on to design some unusually diverse and distinctive council housing across the borough.

Join our basic computer skills class to set up an email, learn how to print documents, browse the internet and more basic computer skills.

Calling all gamers! Dive into the exciting world of esports at our Esport Youth Club.  Enjoy thrilling gaming sessions, meet fellow enthusiasts, and challenge your friends in a friendly, competitive environment.

Learn how to write, edit and contribute to the world of open knowledge on Wiki projects.
This project is open to all. 

The session starts with 30 minutes of play and socialisation from 10 am.

At 10:30 am library staff will lead with songs and rhymes, especially for babies and toddlers.

Join our librarians in the children’s library for our interactive wriggle and rhyme each Tuesday and Thursday morning.