South Library
Where to find us
115-117 Essex Rd
London
N1 2SL
The library is on the corner of Essex Road and Cross Street.
Contact us
Phone: 020 7527 7860
Fax: 020 7527 7869
Email: south.library@islington.gov.uk
Library Manager: Marcia Ludlow
Public transport
Buses: 38, 56, 73, 341, 476
Tube: Highbury & Islington (Victoria line)
Trains: Essex Road (Great Northern Trains); Highbury & Islington (Great Northern Trains and London Overground)
Opening times
| Monday | 9.30am-8pm |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9.30am-8pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 9.30am-5pm |
| Saturday | 9.30am-5pm |
| Sunday |
Closed |
Disabled access
There are three steps at the front entrance, which gives access to the Adult Library, then three more inside for access to the Children's Library and Reading Room. Our DisabledGo profile features a guide to facilities and access for disabled people.
