Waterlooville Library

Books, information and community services

Waterlooville Library provides books, information and community services to the town's residents. The library is part of the Hampshire County Council library network and offers lending, reference and digital services. The building is centrally located and accessible by bus and car, making it a convenient resource for the community.

The book stock covers fiction and non-fiction for adults and children, with large print, audiobooks and foreign language titles supplementing the main collection. The library's membership is free, and residents can borrow a generous number of items at a time. The inter-library loan service provides access to titles not held locally, and the online catalogue allows members to search, reserve and renew items from home.

Digital services have become increasingly important. Free computer access and Wi-Fi allow residents who lack internet at home to go online, and the library offers support for those who are less confident with technology. E-books and digital magazines are available for download through the library's online platforms.

The library also serves as a community meeting point, hosting events for children, reading groups for adults and information sessions on topics ranging from health to financial advice. The children's library programme includes story times, craft sessions and summer reading challenges that encourage young readers. For older residents, the library provides a warm, accessible space for reading, socialising and accessing services that might otherwise be difficult to reach.