Night of the Libraries: Saturday 31 October 2026, 18:00 to 23:00. A late opening with free events at Central Library and the branch libraries.
Central Library
Quay Square, opposite City Hall
| Day | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 08:30 to 20:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 to 17:00 |
| Sunday | 11:00 to 16:00 |
Central Library has been open on Sundays since 11 October 2026. Read about Sunday opening.
Branch libraries
All 5 branch libraries are open Monday to Saturday, 09:30 to 17:00, and closed on Sundays.
| Library | Address |
|---|---|
| Northbank Library | 41 North Parade, Northbank |
| Saltmarsh Library | 7 Reedbed Way, Saltmarsh |
| Wren Valley Library | 2 Valley Road, Wren Valley |
| Eastcliff Library | 18 Cliff Terrace, Eastcliff |
| Fennick Library | Fennick Community Hub, 5 Fennick Green |
Join the library
Joining is free for anyone who lives, works or studies in Larkhaven. Bring proof of your address to any library and we will give you a card straight away.
With a library card you can:
- borrow up to 15 books and audiobooks at a time, for 3 weeks
- download e-books and e-audiobooks for free
- use computers and wifi for free
- bring children under 5 to free rhyme times
We do not charge fines for returning items late.
Return or renew items
You can return items to any Larkhaven library. To renew them, ask at any library or call 01632 960 000.
Home library service
If you cannot get to a library because of illness, disability or caring responsibilities, a volunteer can bring books and audiobooks to your home every 3 weeks. The service is free. To sign up, call 01632 960 000.
Book a room
You can book a meeting room or a quiet study space at Central Library. Ask at the library or email libraries@larkhaven.example.
Contact the library service
Email libraries@larkhaven.example or call 01632 960 000, Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:30.