On the ground floor there is the children’s library, adult fiction and a gallery room that can be hired for events. On the first floor there is a large non-fiction library, quiet study space and a reference library. The library is open 7 days a week.
Brixton Library is open; however, it is undergoing refurbishment. During this period, there will be occasional noise within the building, and we apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
The first stage of the works, which involved installing new toilets, including a dedicated toilet in the children’s library, is now complete. Work to install a new lift providing access to all floors, including new rooms for events and activities, and rooms for hire in our basement, is ongoing. Finally, we will be reconfiguring the children’s library to make it bigger and more secure.
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Location
Address
Brixton Oval
London SW2 1JQ
United Kingdom
location
Accessibility
The side entrance in Rushcroft Road has an automatic door and ramp for wheelchair access. Lift access available from ground floor and first floor.
For full access information please go to the AccessAble website.
Other information
Facilities and services include:
- Books including spoken word audio and large print books, language courses, and books in community languages.
- Library members also have access to a wide range of online materials including E Audio, E Books, magazines and online reference sources for adults and children. Many of these can be accessed from home.
- Wi-Fi - Use your library card to connect to our free unlimited Wi-Fi
- Computers - free use of adult and children’s computers, with the latest Microsoft Office software
- Screen magnifier and screen reading software, plus Eye Pal Solo read aloud scanner for low vision and blind users.
- Printing, including Wi-fi printing from your own device.
- Photocopying –affordable black and white and colour photocopying.
- Study Space
- Book-a-Librarian - when you need extra 121 help and support with daily tasks e.g., freedom pass or passport applications, job search etc, we offer one hour 121 appointments with a member of staff to assist you.
- Room Hire – whether you want to hold a meeting for two or a special family birthday or other special occasion, we have just the space for you at competitive rates.
- Adult Reading Group – our friendly and sociable group meets once a month to discuss the latest hot fiction titles. New members are always welcome to join. We supply the books.
- Baby rhyme-time and under-fives storytelling sessions.
- Weekly mixed ability chess club, for adults and children, including tournaments and fast play sessions.
- Daily newspapers and periodicals, plus children’s magazines.
- Baby changing facilities
- Book Start packs gifting
- Hygiene Bank-we accept donations of new and unused hygiene and personal care products that are redistributed to families and individuals living in hygiene poverty.
Room hire charges
| Hire of library space per hour | Rate during library opening hours | Rate outside of library opening hours |
| Brixton Library: Phone 020 7926 1058 BrixtonLendingLibrary@lambeth.gov.uk | ||
| Gallery room (70 seated) | £75 | £100 |
| Brixton small meeting pod | £10 | N/A |
| Large lower ground room (40 seated) | £60 | N/A |
| Small lower ground room (15 seated) | £30 | N/A |
| Equipment hire charges for on-site room bookings | Per hire |
| Stage | £30.00 |
| Glasses | 25p per glass |
| Tea / coffee | £3 per person |
Safe Haven space
Brixton Tate Library is a Safe Haven space providing temporary refuge for anyone experiencing harassment or feeling unsafe. Staff can offer practical help such as phone charging and can contact emergency services as needed.
Opening times
| Monday | 1pm to 8pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10am to 8pm |
| Wednesday | 10am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 10am to 8pm |
| Friday | 10am to 6pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 5pm |
| Sunday | 12pm to 5pm |
| Bank holidays | Closed |
Enquiries
Upcoming events at this venue
- 15Oct2024
- 15Oct2024
- 17Oct2024