Warm Havens

Warm Havens 2024/2025

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From 4 November 2024, our libraries will be open for longer periods to offer Warm Havens for residents during the cold season.

Whether you're looking for a place to relax and stay warm, take part in activities, or simply borrow a book, our libraries are here for you.

What you can do at our Warm Havens:

  • Enjoy a warm, welcoming space to escape the cold and a hot drink.
  • Participate in activities designed for all ages, including parent and toddler sessions, coffee mornings, code clubs, digital skills sessions, chess, knitting and lot’s more.
  • Use public computers and free Wi-Fi for job searches, staying connected with loved ones and much more.
  • Borrow books and resources to read at your leisure.
  • East Ham library is also offering free, bookable study space. For more information email CN.Eastham@newham.gov.uk.

We invite you to make use of this free service during the colder months. Our libraries are a space for the community to come together, stay warm, enjoy a great selection of books, activities and much more.

On our dedicated library website you can find your nearest library and join online or find out what activities are on.

Library Opening Hours 

Libraries Monday - Saturday Sunday
Beckton 10am-8pm 12pm-4pm
Canning Town 9am-8pm 12pm-4pm
Custom House 10am-8pm 12pm-4pm
East Ham 9am-8pm 12pm-4pm
Forest Gate 9am-8pm 12pm-4pm
Green Street 10am-8pm 12pm-4pm
Manor Park 10am-8pm 12pm-4pm
North Woolwich 9:30am-8pm 12pm-4pm
Plaistow 9.30am-8pm 12pm-4pm
Stratford 9am-8pm 12pm-4pm