I went there to study planning to stay all morning, as the place is quiet and has daylight. Great,…read moreuntil I needed the toilet and thw staff told me to go to the train station! They do not have public toilets in Richmond public library. Unbelievble. I expected more from Richmond.

Beautifully situated facing the Green (Little) next to the Theatre. Wifi (free) and computer…read moreusage. Great choice of books, sofas, settees, and desk area. Everything you need to spend a peaceful beautiful hour in the heart of Richmond. I see some say it's run down...how odd. It's an old building, full of character. It is not a new glasshouse library, but do you really want all Libraries to be like this? Is it not wonderful to utilise a beautiful old building? It is certainly not depressing, but full of history. Very helpful staff will assist your book search and are happy to chat about books. The old days of bossiness are long gone as everyone is welcome, although there is a children's section if you know your children are noisy! Give it a try...it's solitude and Me-time and relaxation all in one!

The library has just re-opened, after several months closure for redecorating and renewal With a…read moremuch fresher, brighter look, newly up-to-date and more inviting, or in the words of a librarian:it looks as if it's had a spring clean. There are two welcolmingly comfy-looking, brown leather sofas, centre-stage as you come-in; you can also now self check-out or return books (very modern!). A good number of internet access PCs are available, and can be booked for use free-of-charge, within a time limit. In addition, there's also a decent selection of newspapers and periodicals for browsing and a comprehensive reference section. It's open every day, except Wednesday, with two late nights per week.

I really don't like this library. I think it was put in in the 80's and hasn't changed since…read more This place just lacks character. In my opinion a library should be relaxing and inspirational and this library is lacking in both. Good location right in the centre of town and quite a vast selection of books and multimedia access. When i was younger i never liked libraries and i personally think it was because i was taken here by my parents and with my primary school.

Hounslow is not the most upmarket of places but it has something that not many suburbs of London…read moreshare - an exceptional library service. And the central library in the Treaty Centre is the best of them all. It is well stocked with all kinds of fiction and reference books. There are books and DVDs in many languages, especially South Asian languages and the staff is unfailingly helpful and polite. You can order any book in the catalogue online and be informed by post or email free of charge when it arrives at your library of choice. A truly splendid service.