West Norwood Library

West Norwood Library is at 1 – 5 Norwood High Street, in the heart of West Norwood, next to the cemetery. 

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, large print keyboard,  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.

• 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 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.

• Free sanitary products for Lambeth residents under our cost of living scheme.

• 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 affordable rates.

Safe Haven space

West Norwood 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.