Libraries

All Islington's libraries are free to join and have free public computers, Wi-Fi and internet access

General library updates

We encourage all visitors to wear a face covering, sanitise hands and follow social distancing.

Central Library:

The Adult Lending library is closed for refurbishment until reopening on Monday 31 January
The Children’s and Reference Libraries will remain open until Sunday 23 January. Library users will also be able to collect reservations and return items during this time.
All library services in Central Library will be temporarily suspended for one week from Monday 24 January whilst the lending library is made ready for reopening.
All services will resume on Monday 31 January.

On 6 September all Islington Libraries returned to their normal opening hours:

Local History will also be open for pre-booked appointments only. Please email local.history@islington.gov.uk.

Currently there are no fines for items you have on loan that become overdue.

You can borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, online newspapers, magazines, comics and other resources for free on our library, arts and heritage webpages.

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