Library & Information Services

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Events and Community

We have open mics, reading groups, health sessions, knitting groups, film clubs and more.Find out more about our past and regular events.

Childrens' Library

We have over 40,000 books and comics for children and young people. This includes ebooks, eaudio, picture books, and board books. Check your local branch for Baby Bounce and Rhyme time sessions

Reference books & databases

Explore over 18 different databases including historical newspapers, academic databases, business information, encyclopaedias and more free with your library card.

Reading Groups

Like to discuss what you have read with others? Find people in your local area who love to read.

Home Library Service

If you or your loved ones are in a nursing home, or a carer or not very mobile and can't make it to a library branch, we will come to you.

Family and Local History

Find out more information and news about Lewisham's heritage. Learn how to find the history of your house, use the catalogue and explore our photo collection.

Learning In Libraries

We have many different databases, language courses, guide books, courses, classes and activities for adults and children to help you learn something new.

Health Support in Libraries

Libraries have always been committed to empower people and communities by providing them with good quality, curated information that is free and easily accessible.

Equipment and Study Space

Each of our 13 branches has computers, printing, copying, scanning as well as free Wifi.

Meeting Rooms for Hire

Most of our branches have meeting rooms available for hire at reasonable rates.