Libraries

Find and join a library, borrow and reserve books, online library including eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and newspapers, download the library app, volunteering, news and events, the library plan.

Find your library

Details of the 14 libraries in Croydon, including their opening hours, services, contacts details and location. 

Library services

The online library, information services, home library services, internet and computer services.

Join the library

How to join the library and what you can borrow, library charges and how to renew your membership.

News and events

Subcribe to the libraries newsletter to receive the latest news and events information.

The library plan

The plan outlines how our network of libraries will adapt to meet the changing needs of all our residents.

Archives and Local History Collections

Our research room is open on Wednesday and Friday by appointment to find out more about the history of Croydon as well as to view any of our archival collections. We hold historic maps, photographs, microform newspapers, electoral rolls, street directories and a wide range of published material.

Summer reading challenge 2022

The Reading Agency has teamed up with the Science Museum Group to encourage children to read and engage in fun reading activities focused on this year’s theme of science and innovation.