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Stratford Library is the borough's flagship purpose built
library providing access to a world of books, information resources
and communication technology.
There is something for everyone whether you want books for
children, graphic novels or old favourites such as crime fiction,
biographies and romance.
Our exhibition area carries displays from a wide range of
community groups, touring exhibitions as well as featuring the work
of local artists. If you are interested in using this space please
speak to a member of staff.
Facilities include Café Mondo where you can meet friends for a
cappuccino or enjoy an Italian lunch.
Opening Hours:
Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 9.30am - 5.30pm
Wednesday 9.30am - 5.30pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm
Saturday 9.30am - 5.30pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm
Contact:
Telephone: 020 8430 6886
Reference: 020 8430 6890
Archives and Local Studies: 020 8430 6881
Admission: Free
Accessibility: Access for disabled people, toilet
for wheelchair users and a lift to the first floor.
Public Transport:
Bus Routes - 25, 69, 86, 104, 108, 158, 238, 241, 257, 262, 276,
308, 473, D8, S2
Tube Station - Stratford
British Rail - Stratford, Maryland
Docklands Light Railway - Stratford
Services at Stratford Library:
- Fiction, non-fiction and focus collection books
- Books in English and community languages
- DVDs, videos and music
- Audiobooks
- Large print books
- Skills for life materials
- Self-service facilities (issue library items yourself)
- Book drop (return library items outside of opening hours)
- Children's library, including games and computers
- Babies and preschool area
- Homework area
- Teen zone, including computers and study space
- Graphic novels
- Newspapers and magazines
- Free internet access
- Government, legal and public information
- Careers information
- European public information centre
- Archives and local studies
- Reference and information service
- Computer printing
- Photocopying
- ICT disability suite
- Induction loop
- Baby changing facilities
- Public toilets
- Meeting rooms for hire
- Exhibition area
- Community area
- Coffee shop
Activities at Stratford Library
-
Homework Club - Mondays during school
term 4pm to 6pm for seven to 14 year olds. Bring your homework
along for support and advice
-
Adult Reading Group - Second Monday of the
month 6.30pm to 7.30pm. Explore the pleasure of reading in a
friendly environment
-
Storytelling - Every Tuesday 11am to
12 noon and every Friday 2pm to 3pm. Open to children under 5 with
their parents/carers.
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