Libraries
Lewisham’s libraries provide quality resources so our communities can be well informed, healthy and inspired. Visit our libraries for books, Wi-Fi and PC use. Explore our eLibrary for eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, newspapers and reference services.
Bin collections 27 August 2024
We are experiencing some delays with recycling collections in the borough. If your recycling bin has not yet been collected, please leave your bins out, and our team will collect them as soon as possible.
We understand the inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Lewisham Library closedLewisham Library is temporarily closed while works take place.
- read our news story: Council announces temporary closure of Lewisham Library
- find your nearest library
Library branches
See the contact details and locations for libraries across the borough.
Join the library
If you live, work or study anywhere in London you can use our library service.
Renewing library items
Find out about renewing items borrowed from a library.
Home library service
We offer a home library delivery service to residents who are disabled, ill, older or a carer.
Library charges and fines
Information about charges for various library services.
Business support for entrepreneurs with BIPC Lewisham
Lewisham Library card holders can access Business and IP Centre (BIPC) services locally to support their business journey
Lewisham Heritage
We collect, preserve, and make available historic materials for Lewisham and its communities.