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    Horley Library

    5.0 (1 review)
    Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Crawley Library

    Crawley Library

    (4 reviews)

    Joining the library is easy, there is a good amount of space with individual plugs for laptops…read more It is however, the NOISIEST library I have ever experienced. The low level noise from other users (being on the phones etc.) and outside traffic is manageable. What is ridiculous however is the sound of people singing and 'playing' instruments.. There must have been some kind of toddler group going on, which unfortunately echoed throughout the building. When I asked staff if a quiet area was available, I was told that I was in it. I would not recommend this library if you wish to study or achieve any sort of focus for doing work, as a staff member listed off several days and times this sort of 'group' attends.

    I am a member of this Library, in fact, once you are a member of one, you can use most of them…read morewhich is a real plus when it comes to taking books to more convenient locations. The Crawley Library has a good range of books, it has 2 floors, on the second floor, you find all to do with references, newspaper's articles, encyclopedias, etc. On the ground floor you have all the books, dvd's and some films, for the dvds and films, you usually have to pay a small fee but this is a fraction of what you would pay compare to renting a film from somewhere like Blockbusters. The staff is really knowledgeable and friendly, ooop, almost forgot, they also have computers, again, you can browse the net for a small fee. The Library is opposite Crawley College. You can easily get there by bus or train as both stations are within the vicinity.

    Ightham Mote - The Mote and South facade

    Ightham Mote

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    Ightham Mote (pronounced 'Eye-tum Moat') is one of my favourite spots to take friends and visitors…read more The setting, on a hot summer's day, is just perfect: you approach through a lovely, quiet valley (astonishingly so, given how close you are to London), and suddenly, there is a beautiful 14th Century Manor-House, set in a wide moat, surrounded by delightful gardens. The house itself dates from 1320, with additions dating to around the early 1500's. Set around an internal courtyard, features include the original 14th century Great Hall, Old Chapel, Crypt, and a Tudor chapel with a painted ceiling, with motifs reflecting the marriage of Catherine of Aragon to Henry VIII. The house features classic overhanging Tudor wooden-framed walls. The gardens are small but delightful, but the parkland around is very extensive (over 500 acres - 200 hectares). There are both cycle-ways and marked foot-paths around the estate for the more energetic visitor. Being owned by the National Trust, there is an excellent small shop and cafe, with details on accessibility on its web-site.

    This is a charming historical building and gardens. Dating back to the 13th century, it reflects…read morethe layers of renovation over the ages all on top of the original 'bones'. It also has a wonderful feel to it of a house someone really lived in, as opposed to a cold museum. Oh, and be sure not to miss the painting of the house and moat by Winston Churchill in the library! The gardens are also lovely, small scale, with some very pretty topiary. All this is set into the background of the moat, which provides a cool feel on a warm summer day. The cafe is also nicely run with a good selection of fresh items for lunch or snack. All in all, a very worthwhile stop!!

    Horley Library - libraries - Updated May 2026

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