This private library is an absolute gem! Housed inside the delightful Morrab Gardens, the library…read moreis staffed by volunteers and contains a wide range of both fiction and non-fiction books in floor to ceiling shelves in the rambling rooms of a delightful Georgian building. Included in the stock are many fascinating collections, including many of specific local interest, and a photographic archive (open to the public on Thursday mornings). The library also hosts a number of free lectures on topics of cultural interest. There is a small membership fee, but the experience of browsing the card index or dipping into such an extensive and eclectic stock is worth every penny of the modest charge.

Great little library. They have books! They also have dvd's, cd's and upstairs there is a computer…read moreroom - some pc's have lovely big widescreen monitors. You can book a time slot for use or if there's one available just go and use it - you get half an hour free daily use, which really came in handy when our internet service went down. There is a small charge for longer use, which can be added on to your free time. Staff are very helpful and knowledgeable and make you feel welcome. I hope more people use the library service as it would be such a shame to lose them - quite a few libraries around the country have closed down, let's hope this never happens here.