Epsom Library

I have been a member since I moved to Epsom in 2001. It has been computerised now, so you check your books out and check them in when you return them. There are library staff around if you need help. There is a shop where you can buy books, children's area where there is story telling, computer terminals and you can print stuff if you need to. There is an information desk outside of the library , information stands and places to sit if you fancy a coffee and/oe something to eat from the cafe next door, I tend to have the cheese omelette, which comes with salad and chips and is very filling.

Decent library, study area has good desks with separators but it is a joke how noisy the library gets because of screaming toddlers. I mean I understand you need to get them into reading etc but just let them choose a book then leave rather than cause a scene for everyone, it isn't a free nursery!

Very good to use helpful staff, plenty of computers to use if needed printing available subject to charge. Plenty of books, dvds also available children's section.

It was a rainy August day when we visited (2022). There was nothing for children except books, i.e., no toys, animals, or colouring opportunities as we have seen in other libraries, both in Surrey and in Hampshire. All the children's tables were occupied so we couldn't sit and read to our little granddaughter. The library seemed to have a good selection of books. The attached photo was taken looking in from the café next door.

Pros: U can have library card without any fees or subscription, have few PC for library card holders, quiet environment, child corner, disability access, nice and friendly assistance.
Cons: PC s are restricted for 2 hours a day. Book collection is very low based on subject coverage and volume.

A lot of books to read. Very quiet.

The liabary is Excellent kind staff and lovely people However it can be a bit noisy and that's not good for studying and Thiers no need for the noise either and I'm talking about adults not children
Based on the noise I don't think it's a good place to study

Good stock; friendly & always helpful staff; pleasure to work here.