Shepherd's Bush Library Reopens on Monday After Month's Closure

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And celebrates 'vital improvements' with Open Day on Saturday 8 February

 

Shepherd's Bush Library is set to reopen its doors next Monday, 3 February after being closed throughout January for refurbishment.

The library, at 6 Wood Lane next to Westfield, is then celebrating with a Grand Reopening Open Day on Saturday 8 February, promising a day of fun events and activities between 10am and 4pm.

H&F Council said of the closure: " There's more to libraries than books. They're community hubs and provide essential services. That's why we're investing in their futures."

Located at Westfield London, the £2 million library features:

dedicated spaces for study, quiet reading and children’s activities
meeting and exhibition spaces
quick reference and local information
events for all ages
a dedicated PC linked into council services

Services available:
books & information
bestsellers collection
spoken word collection
Indic language books
Arabic collection
DVDs
PCs with internet access and selected Microsoft Office applications plus other software
unlimited wifi internet access (adult customers only)
self-service kiosks for PC bookings, printing and item loans
photocopying and printing (colour and black & white)
Photo-Me photo booth
Amazon locker (Kronus)
newspapers and magazines
free internet access
under fives sessions
cards, postcards and local history books for sale
public toilets and baby-changing facilities
food bin to collect donated tinned and dried goods for redistribution through the Hammersmith & Fulham foodbank.
small electrical recycling bin
small batteries recycling tubes
small light bulb recycling box

Opening hours
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Monday 10am - 8pm

Tuesday 10am - 8pm

Wednesday 10am - 8pm

Thursday 10am - 8pm

Friday 10am - 8pm

Saturday 10am - 5pm

Contact the library 020 8753 3842 or email libraries@lbhf.gov.

WorkZone, which is also based at Shepherd's Bush Library, provides a free service for local people to gain access to the right employment and skills training for jobs at Westfield London and across Hammersmith & Fulham.

Find about more about WorkZone here.

 

January 27, 2020