Clapham Library

Facilities and services includes:

• we have regular events and activities including story times for under 5’s, a monthly adult reading group and evening author events
• 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.
• we also have a Changing Places wet room which is equipped with a powered ceiling hoist, Changing Places bench, Peninsula toilet and adjustable hand basin.  
• 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 1-2-1 help and support with daily tasks e.g., freedom pass or passport applications, job search etc, we offer one hour 1-2-1 appointments with a member of staff to assist you. 
• daily newspapers and periodicals, plus children’s magazines. 
• baby changing facilities 
• Book Start packs for 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. 
   

Safe Haven space

Clapham 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.

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