Local libraries
There’s not much you can’t do at a library and best of all, the service is free!
You can borrow books, CDs, DVDs and even PlayStation games, and make use of a wide range of facilities, including fax, photocopying and free internet use.
Librarians can help you with virtually any research, from looking for a job to choosing a university, finding out about local history or compiling a family tree.
Here you can find out what’s on offer at each of Lewisham’s 12 libraries or renew your books and search the catalogue online. You can learn about the children’s library service which provides books and talking books, study materials and activities such as story times, homework clubs, craft workshops, quizzes and competitions.
You can find out about the borough's past and your history, plus details of our Home Library Service.
We also have a 24 hour library you can access from home, work or place of study providing 13 specialist resources and an online enquiry service. You can also sign up for email reminders for your library loans.
News
Twin Employment at Lewisham Library
Twin provides free training courses and support to help unemployed candidates back to work. Twin visits Lewisham Library every two weeks on Tuesdays, starting on Tuesday 2 March.
Unity Coffee @ Lewisham Library opens
Lewisham Library has a new café, as Unity Coffee @ Lewisham Library opened on Tuesday 1 December. The café is run by the Camden Society, a social enterprise providing jobs for local people with learning disabilities.
Mayor's Commission on Libraries and Learning
The Mayor's Commission on Libraries and Learning is a review chaired by the Mayor of Lewisham, Sir Steve Bullock, on the future of library services and adult learning in the borough.
Manor House reopening
Following its refurbishment, this much loved Georgian building was reopened by Sir Steve Bullock, Mayor of Lewisham, on Tuesday 5 May 2009. The renovated building offers modern library services and is now open seven days a week.
NHS LifeCheck in Lewisham Libraries
NHS LifeCheck is an online health service that will help people assess and manage their own health. Early Years LifeCheck is for parents and carers with
babies aged 5-8 months old. Teen LifeCheck is a quick, easy and fun online quiz for young people between 12-15 that explores a range of health and well-being issues in one accessible place.
Both NHS LifeChecks can be accessed via computers in all libraries across Lewisham.
Track your library loans
Ever had to pay a fine because you forgot a book was due? You can now sign up for email reminders before your books are due back. Try out our new service with Library Elf.
Enquire: Your questions answered online
Discover: A personal guide through the web's treasures
Read: Explore books and reading
Three special services for you to use from the People's Network at www.peoplesnetwork.gov.uk