St. Helens Local History & Archives Library holds an abundance of records - useful to those…read moreundertaking family history research. The centre is based within the Gamble Building which also has a public library and art gallery on other floors. The history and archives section has many popular resources steeped in history that include local newspapers, Parish registers and photographs. In addition, they have a wide range of other material as well as that of a purely genealogical nature. All information can be accessed through card indices, calendars, bibliographies and information files in the Search Room. There are also friendly and knowledgeable staff available to assist. This library is ideal for anyone wishing to research St. Helens past, whether you wish to trace your family tree or just to have a browse at some interesting archives.

Big libary, nice place to chill out and read books as its very quite…read more The libary is very clean and easy to get to. The libary stocks a good viriaty of books with alot of popular authors. Libarian is always there to offer a helping hand.

Huyton Library is a medium sized, general public library in the village of Huyton, a very short…read morewalk from the train station and shopping centre. I'm a bit of a library hound, as I love books, and I used to work in two different libraries, and love discovering and exploring new ones. This one fairly impressive for a small town library. They have a good sized general fiction section, as well as a good children's area. And they were doing story time when I went in, so you can bet they have some good children's programs on during the summer months for your kids. I didn't really have time to check out the craft section, which is a bit annoying since I'm always on the look out for both new craft books and old, vintage gems, but maybe next time I'm in the area. All in all, a good library. You may not find highly specialized books here, but you will find the basics, and you'll certainly find something to take home and read.

Big choice of books! internet access and courses available…read more Good helpful staff and frindly people

Huyton Library is by far the most comprehensive of Knowsley's libraries, with a large selection of…read morebooks and resources. It has been housed in a new, stylish building for about the last ten years, and provides a spacious, pleasant environment for browsing and reading. It also has the customary Internet access, presumably free, though I've never used it. I've always found the staff friendly and helpful. Attached to the library is a small gallery that regularly houses exhibitions by local artists. It's worth paying a visit if you're in the area.