I used to live practically around the corner from Walton Library, so even though it's not the best library around, I did visit it frequently for the sake of convenience.
They do have a fairly sizeable children's section, a usually quiet reading area, computers for Internet use, and an interesting section of local history books. They also tend to regularly have a trolley of books for sale, which was another main attraction for me. I managed to get a Jeeves and Wooster omnibus for 50 pence, as I recall, as well as several other great finds.
The books are on a self-check-out system, the first I'd ever seen, though I'm sure this is becoming more common. Usually the system works, but on occasion it causes problems and you'll need to go to the desk.
All of the libraries in the Liverpool system are connected, so if you can't find what you want at one, you can have books ordered in on loan from other libraries around the city.
Also, if you live in Liverpool, library cards are free for any library in the city. read more