A great sized library, with loads of computers available both upstairs and downstairs (1 hour use…read moreis free per day for Hertfordshire library users). They stock a large rane of fiction and non-fiction books and there are several copies of popular titles. You can reserve items that are not stocked here or are currently out on loan (charged at 50p per item). There are 2 large rooms full of children's books (an under 5s room and a room for older children up to teenagers). The library also stocks DVDs and CDs for weekly hire (small charge for each) as well as magazine, which are also available to hire for a week (free of charge).

Phone number took me to Herts County Council Not what I wanted at all…read moreKeith R. Armstrong-Bridges. MBCS. CITP. Father of Wanda Hornsey of WGC Library

A great place of business practice especially for those looking to study, attend day-care for…read morechildren and research something online. I must also reiterate that there may be times, certainly, when being a member of an organization seems bothersome and you just want to be alone. Unfortunately this library is quite public oriented and remains very much a public facility. How sad would it be if we are left alone without any support and public assistance from a faculty such and this. Ultimately, we probably lose all faith in the public library system. True growth comes from striving together with our fellow members in the living realm of human beings, experiencing the rich gamut of human emotions. We must always remember that.

I love the Kilburn Library so much because there's drama everyday, people getting angry at each…read moreother or destroying the equipment, the noise made by the kids everyday and complaints to each other. 10/10 would go again!!!

Even though the library is small it has all what you are looking for and if it doesnt actually…read morestock it the staff are more than willing to try and locate the item for you. Parking is limited unless you are lucky enough to be able to park in the pub nearby or the public hall behind it.

not the biggest of libaries in the area, but it has plenty of educational books, they have internet…read moreacess also and rent dvd's and cd's, nice to go there if you want to study in peace and quiet

I love libraries, they usually are a very good reflection of the community. And this one is no…read moreexception. Peckham is a very vibrant neighbourhood and you can feel that in the library. It can be pretty busy out here, sometimes noisy. Contradictory for a library, isn't it? Well, that's the charm of Peckham Library, you find every kind of people here. And indeed, a lot of cultural content, which is what is library is here for initially. Whatever you fancy reading will be here: history, biographies, novels, Sci-Fim encyclopaedia, etc. Everything. Same thing for DVD, if you're of those who still uses them. They have poetry classes, reading classes for kids. And much more. Personally, the library is a good workspace for me, mainly because it give me direct material for what I do. And I can rest a bit with some great readings after work. In short, I love Peckham Library and it's a bit of an escape heaven for me :)

this library situated in peckham won an award for its architecture…read more there are many floors in the library and many area and sections for different use....council office is situated there, meeting rooms and much more....on the top floor lies the library, very large and with spectacular views.....seperate computer, children, adults area...many librarians on hand to help out....many desk areas and books, cds, dvds and refrerence area...even the toilets are spectacular...worth a visit

I have been an active member of Highgate Library since January 1991…read more And that was when, Margaret Thatcher was still the British Prime Minister. I only live around the corner from this Camden library branch, which is Holly Lodge. And even up to this day, I will always use the services at Highgate Library, for hiring out DVDs, PC printing and the photo copy machine. And I even reserve books and DVD from Highgate Library. Highgate Library is literally right next door to Highgate Cemetery, the place of Karl Marx's tomb.

St Pancras library, just across the road from St Pancras station, and on the ground floor of Camden…read moreTown House, has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere for people of all ages, and from all backgrounds. The children's library (which is sectioned off from the main room) looks particularly good, with sofas, bean bags and games laid out on tables. I noticed there were lot's of activities and fun games for children to get involved in, such as 'story time', 'quiet homework time', 'family rhyme time' , and various craft workshops. The adult section is nicely arranged into rational topic sections, and along with books includes a rack of daily newspapers, Cd's, DVDs and cassette tapes. They also have free Internet and printing facilities (5p per page). I was particularly impressed by the amount of community information and support that is available here, with several filing cabinets full of leaflets and organizations contact details for people suffering various difficulties from financial problems to domestic violence. They also have workshops for elder people, such as a weekly computer sessions for Age Concern. Definitely worth checking out what's on as this place is likely to have something to offer you whatever your taste.

This place is great, shut on Sunday like most libraries (not islington central or stoke newington…read moreor stamford hill) regularly sells off cheap dvds (I got Ozon's 52 for £1.50 and Six Strong Guys for the same price, a bargain anywhere) and has all the newspapers. Plus, and here's the truely annoying thing, it allows anybody to use the internet. You don't have to be a member. So, for free, you can wander in here and ask to use the computer, and the librarian will book you on. You may have to wait, but you can always read a book. (They're like computers but faster.) Worst thing: when you book on, the system is rubbish, you can't see when slots are free, you can only pick a length of time on a certain day, and take pot luck. I start at 60 minutes, which usually means I have to wait a couple of hours, then reduce it to 30, then 20, and sometimes even then you have a half hour wait. Best is to book a day in advance. The only other downside is the percentage of tramps using the library to sleep, and I do that very rarely. I would have asked for them to be moved but they were all wearing Qype t-shirts. I would wear mine, but I haven't received it yet. (after 4 months.) Toilets are available and so is drinking water.

What happened to signal in this library ? In order to caught signal you have to leave library…read moretrying to get it outside the library. Used to be very good signal, why nobody cares about it? they know about this problem , but do nothing , Very disappointing Others library don t have this problem at all!

Great library. It's improved immeasurably since it's refit, and it has a great stock of books. The…read moregraphic novel section in particular is very good with a great selection of alternative titles as well as the usual suspects. The staff are helpful and there's a nice atmosphere. There's a fair few PCs too, and members can use the internet for free.

Now strictly speaking, this library is only supposed to be open to the esteemed students of London…read moreSchool of Economics. If you fit that description, or have a friend who does, or if you just have any friend cheeky enough to accompany you on an adventure, you'll find one of the best libraries in London nestled away discretely on the top floor of this otherwise anonymous building in LSE's city centre campus. There is no need for ID cards to get past security on the ground floor. Just walktz by looking academic and make a beeline for the lifts. What you'll find at the 5th floor is one medium-sized room replete with textbook oak-panelled shelves lined with all sorts of tomes and journals, magazines and newspapers, as well as old, creaky leather armchairs in each corner where you can enjoy them. Needless to say, without an LSE card, you can't take them out. But this is a perfect environment for whiling a few hours away from the bustle of central London. If you grow tired of reading, step out onto the balcony for a view across the rooftops of Lincoln's Inn Fields. There is also a rooftop cafe in the same building.

The Shaw Library is one of the atypically wonderful things about LSE. LSE as a university is pretty…read moreheavy going with high work loads, a strong emphasis on individual work and a generally smug pseudo-corporate operating mentality. As such being a student there can be a bit of a drag sometimes. The Shaw Library however, goes against all this and is something of a haven. It is a large open plan room with arm chairs and sofas. There are books in the bookshelves but people rarely read them. The dailies and weeklies are set out on a table at the entrance. Thus, the library feels a little like a gentlemen's club. People sit around reading, and some do a little work (although noise is discouraged, so no laptops). It serves most students though as a place to go for a nap, and the majority of people there are generally asleep. There are also free concerts occasionally at lunch times. The Shaw Library is a great place for ULU and LSE students in need of a quick break.