Redbridge Central Library

Clements Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1 1EA 020 8708 2414 Opening Times

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Clements Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1 1EA

020 8708 2414

central.library@visionrcl.org.uk

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About this library

Redbridge Central Library is located in the east of the borough. The library offers a range of services, study spaces and large meeting rooms available for hire.

Redbridge Museum can be found on the second floor of the library and visitors can explore 200,000 years of local history. The museum runs exhibitions, family events, a schools education programme and supports local communities to explore heritage.

The library is also home to exciting new spaces; Lab Central, Hub Central and Redbridge Heritage Centre which opened in 2017. The spaces enable digital learning, help businesses to develop and connect residents to the Borough’s rich heritage. Located on the ground floor, visitors of the library can enjoy food and beverages at the Hardback cafe.

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What we offer.

Debt Free London Advice Kiosk

Debt Free London Advice Kiosk

Debt is more common than you think. if you are struggling with your finances we have expert advice on hand at to help you.

We have a private and confidential advice kiosk located on the Ground Floor at Redbridge Central Library

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Hub Central

Hub Central

Redbridge Central Library is home to two innovation hubs. Our Business Hub, Hub Central and our Tech Hub, Lab Central. Find out more by clicking the buttons below.

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Lab Central

Lab Central

Redbridge Central Library is the home of Lab Central, our digital makerspace space to tinker with technology and try STEAM subjects in a friendly environment.

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Computer and Internet Access

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Computer and Internet Access

Our libraries have modern, user friendly computers. Browse the web, get work completed, print and scan right from your local library. If you would prefer to use your own device, free WiFi is also available at this library.

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Hublets

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Hublets

Borrow a Hublet for up to 2 hours at a time at this library. Hublets are perfect for browsing social media, streaming video and accessing our Newspapers and Magazines online with PressReader.

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Audiobooks

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Audiobooks

If you prefer to listen to books, we also offer a wide variety of Audiobooks at this library. You can reserve audio books online 24 hours per day for collection from the library. Alternatively, why not try our Virtual Library and borrow a book right now?

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Children’s Library

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Children’s Library

We have a wide variety of books available for children of all ages. Browse our collection and borrow up to 20 books for 3 weeks at a time. Do you already know what you’re looking for? Reserve it online!

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Studio 1

A view of the inside of Redbridge Central Library Studio 1, showing large table and chairs and external windows
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Studio 1

Studio 1 is a brand new space in Redbridge Central Library. The space is small, bright and airy, perfect for meetings and training courses.

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Studio 2

A view of the inside of Redbridge Central Library Studio 2 with a small table and external windows
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Studio 2

Studio 2 is ajoined to Studio 1, and is the larger of the two halls. The spaces can be hired out together or seperately.

A view of the inside of Redbridge Central Library Studio 2 with a small table and external windows
A view of the inside of Redbridge Central Library Studio 2 with a small table and external windows
A view of the inside of Redbridge Central Library Studio 2 with a small table and external windows
A view of the inside of Redbridge Central Library Studio 2 with a small table and external windows
A view of the inside of Redbridge Central Library Studio 2 with a small table and external windows
A view of the inside of Redbridge Central Library Studio 2 with a small table and external windows
A view of the inside of Redbridge Central Library Studio 2 with a small table and external windows
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York Room

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York Room

The York Room is ajoining to the Gloucester Room. The 2 halls can be hired individually, or together. There is a servery hatched connected to this room, which makes it the perfect space for serving and selling refreshments.

Gloucester Room

Gloucester Room

The Gloucester Room is our largest hall holding up to a maximum of 90 guests. The hall is perfect for community groups, small scale concerts and comedy performances and much more.

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Browse our collection of eBooks and audio books, as well as have access to our online learning resources, news archives and much more, 24 hours a day.

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Redbridge Central Library is home to 4 spacious halls for hire. Get in touch with our dedicated bookings team for more information.

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