This library is really small and has limited recourses however it can order books in from other…read morelocal librays if needed so its well worth a visit it also has 6 computers available for word poccessing and internet use.

New library opened Sept 2011. Nice atmosphere, open to all, free to join. Has books, DVDs, audio…read morefor loan. Free computer usage, child & adult activities, reading groups, IT & family history advisers, home visiting service.

A small library with a great childrens section it also has spanish and music and rythem classes for…read morepre-schoolers along with the normal storytime The library has a strong selection of books and also has computers which are free to use.

This is my local when it comes to libraries. It can be found on Whiteladies Road, just up from the…read moreClifton Down Shopping Centre and Railway Station. The selection of books is OK, it's pretty full, but the premises is pretty small, so you're better thinking you'll take out what you find rather than specifically looking for something. Having said that, you can always order books from other libraries in the area. This library also has a small computer section of around eight computers, which are usually not too busy. Be prepared to wait up to half an hour though. The staff are all really friendly and helpful and will explain how to use the resources on offer. If you're looking for something specific however, you're probably better off going to central library.

This is a great little public library, conveniently placed on Whiteladies for everyone who lives at…read morethis end of town. Being that it's not the largest library around (that being Bristol Central Library, on College Green) it obviously can't store a huge amount of books, even though I can occasionally be found in their graphic novel section, going through the old Judge Dread comics that remind me of being 11...anyway what was I saying...Oh yes, the best thing about this library is that they have internet access and printers, so if you're like me and your printer never has any ink in it, you can pop in and print documents for 10 pence a page. The computers do occasionally get booked up, but I have never had to wait too long to use one. Just make sure you take proof of address and some ID if you are not a library member.

What always strikes me about this library is the huge selection of foreign language books,…read moremagazines and newspapers on offer. Excellent because Fishponds is such an ethnically diverse area of the city. It's a small pink building but better than a standard library due to its proximity to UWE and several schools - they upped the intellectual content when they stocked the shelves I reckon. Spoken word CDs, braille, internet connection and an outstanding reference section. What I also find lovely in this day and age (at the risk of sounding like my nan) is the community feel of the place. They have parent-toddler mornings, coffee mornings, book groups, help and advice and so much more. Like a community centre more than a place just to borrow books. For those with an aversion to books and printed matter, they run a whole list of computer courses and you can hire a top DVD for as little as a quid.

Such a gorgeous pink building, and a very well-stocked library. Staff are helpful and you can call…read morebooks in from other libraries in Bristol to here if you find it on their list. They have a few computers with internet connection for a reasonable charge - although one time I was sat next to a man scanning and uploading something to a Reader's Wives website. I kid you not.

Nice little library in the heart of Southmead. Staff were really friendly when I rang to enquire…read moreabout a book and rang me straight back when said they would. My son really likes libraries and helped me choose a lovely assortment of Thomas the Tank Engine for my night time reading!! With free internet access and plenty of pc's, ideal if my wireless plays up.

The friendliest and most helpful staff of all Bristol Libraries I have visited What a difference…read morethis makes!!! Thank you Southmead Library staff

This library has just had a complete refit (2008) and is kiited out with a couple of PC's for…read moreinternet browsing. The kids section is particualry strong although finding a particular kids book is a nightmare (as always in liabriares). It's probaly the best 'small' library in North Bristol

Just across the road from Waitrose, those in the know might sneakily use the library's car park for…read morea quick spot of shopping at busy periods, before making use of the library. I have many a memory of coming here when I was younger, as I went to school just up the road, and it's always struck as a pretty well stocked place. Their children's section is particularly strong, with further prominent sections on history and crafts. They've recently had a complete refit and modernised the interior, which has given it a brighter and more lively feeling. I've always felt it's little bit lowly lit though, due mainly to only a few windows whose light is obscured by trees, but it's always been appropriately peaceful and staff helpful and accommodating.