I have to say I think our library is rather excellent…read more It is over two floors, with the grown up section and reference library on the lower floor. It is roomy and light, with sofas for reading and various chairs scattered around. There is also the audio library, the DVD and CD section. Upstairs is the internet room, next to which is a 'chill zone' - there are magasines here and comfy sofas and seats with a small snack bar. Also here is the childrens library. It's rather noisy! There is a great selection of authors and titles. There are bean bags and small chairs. My daughter knows her way round the library like a pro, and I sometimes lose track of her. But all I have to do is sit down and wait, and I know I'll find her! There is an information point in the far corner of the reference section and in the foyer are various posters giving information about useful clubs, associations, groups and courses.

Poole's central library sits proudly above the bus station and dolphin centre and I the largest in…read morethe area. After recent overhauls and refurbishments the library is now spaciously set out with easy to understand and clearly marked sections. On the first floor is the main library with plenty of room to sit and read for a while as well as the CD and DVD are where for a small charge (and less than video stores) you can borrow movies and music albums. Up stairs is the children's library as well as the internet access room and a small café selling coffees and a few snacks. The staff here are great and always willing to help making visits always pleasurable, with plenty of choices.

Bournemouth Library is the best library in Bournemouth to visit for choice! it has a huge range of…read morebooks on two floors. Upstairs is mostly musical books, good range of cds to hire out, there is even a piano you can play on with headphones. there is a lift for disabled access. Downstairs has a huge film section, along with a really nice kiddies section. There is plenty of books on all topics and plenty of space to study with many computers. It is also good that they have (very clean) toilets - so you can spend quite a while here without leaving. Its a shame they dont have a cafe, the cafe below has now closed which is a shame :( Generally everything is laid outwell and the windows give the place lots of light which is nice. The staff are polite and helpful. Rated 5/5

I love the new library, its very spacious, has so many books and resources and the kids part is…read moremassive and contains toys and things for your kids to do, I used to come for an hour or so and let my son play.

Poole central Library has everything you could dream of in a library the choice of books is vast as…read morewell as their choice of Music CDs and DVDs to hire. These are charged at around a pound a week so it is much cheaper than the video store and you have them for longer. When Poole library was refurbished a few years back installed was an IT suite with free internet access for everyone and although I obviously have my computer at home if I ever need I am a short bus ride from one. I have never had any problems with staff they have always been extremely helpful. The central Library is situated above the bus station and Dolphin centre so it has great access for public transport. Car parks are a little further away but still within a short walk and although it is set on two levels there are lifts fitted. This is by far the best library in the area.

situted right at the top of the dolphin centre, it does have lifts available to reach the library…read moreand once in there you have further lifts to reach the different levels. If this library doesnt have the book you are after it can be ordered in from another if you request it. the childrens section has a play corner where kids are entertained on certain days and they have pictures to colour as well as story time for the children again check noticeboard for exact times.. On the top floor they have a little cafe where you can relax for a bite to eat and drink..

I like the Broadstone Library. It is a nice size it is smaller than the Central Library yet bigger…read morethan Oakdale. The location of the library is behind the Broadway so if you walk between the shops you will find it, otherwise just park in the Somerfields car park and it is next to it. To me this is a very friendly place with all the help you need offered with no problem. If they don't have what you are looking for they do try and order it in for you.

These guys are WONDERFUL. The single most helpful library staff I have come across. Really friendly…read more- always helpful and welcoming. Brilliant kids activities run here throughout the year - term time for toddlers and holiday activities for school ages.

This is my favourite smallish library. This library has a good selection of everything. It has lots…read moreof large print books and audio books which my partner really appreciates as he has eye problems, alot of the smaller libraries don't have that many. The kids sections is ample and they tend to have reading and events quite often. They also have a few computers you can study at. The staff are friendly and helpful. There is a ramp outside for disabled access and also disabled toilet for all to use. It also has a sweet cat that likes to visit, haha. When i first came here he/she was hanging around outside and when i visited the next time the staff was trying to get him out of the library. I still see him hanging about now, hehe. Rated 5/5 as it is the best smallish library in bournemouth. (Bournemouth's large library is one better for its huge choice)

Most of the staff are very friendly. A wonderful children's section. (cushions, rockers etc)…read more Quite few computers to borrow. Wide selection of infomation leaflets. Also has a toy Library attached to it. In the school holidays they run craft sessions. Toilet facilities available & fully accessible to the disabled.

This out of town Library was built in the 60s so not that great to look at but to be fair it has…read moremaybe grown in to it's looks. That sort of municipal building from that time to my mind has now got some merit. Inside you will find a functional library that is kept very clean very tidy well stocked with a good number of tables for on site reading ect However the staff in the library are by far the best I have ever encountered, friendly, helpful and just very happy to help.They also have good activites for children. Our daughter attends Wiggle and Rhyme which is lead by a truly wonderful lady called Hillery.

Friendly and helpful, nicely situated. A perfect library with excelent facilities. What more could…read moreyou ask for? I borrowed my first books here in the 1970s. It is still providing the same level of information, advice and service. Hooray!

I think the only good thing here is the pool…read more It's a good size, and changing rooms are close. There is seating poolside and on the other side of a window. It's not good to go on impulse as there seem to be lessons going on all the time! The staff are not fantastic by any means, but if you have no questions you should do fine!

This can be abit confusing as though it has a swimming pool at certain times of the day they have a…read morefun swim or a adult swim so best to check what time is best for you to go. please also bear in mind they hold galas so the pool is not always available. The gym although I havent used it looks good. They have varios after school activities going on. and People who hold a access to leisure card can get a very big discount.. And what makes me laugh is this is a leisure centre but they stock all sweets and the cafe that is their stocks the odd salad but rest is junk food. And the vending machines all so stock all unhealthy food.. As for staff stay away from the reception desk and you will be fine, lifeguards are friendly though and helpful..