Bishops Waltham Library

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Opening hours

  • Mon Closed
  • Tue 1pm to 5pm
  • Wed 9:30am to 1:30pm
  • Thu Closed
  • Fri 1pm to 5pm
  • Sat 9:30am to 1:30pm
  • Sun Closed

Closed on public holidays

  • Public computers turn off 15 minutes before the building closes

Address

Free Street
 Bishops Waltham Southampton
 SO32 1EE

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Transport options

Bus travel

Bus stop on corner of Free Street and Bank Street

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we will not be able to provide a help desk service in the library between 1pm to 2:30pm on Fridays. This is a temporary situation, and a volunteer will be available to help customers borrow and return books using the self-service machine.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused to our customers.

Facilities and access

WiFi

Printing and copying

Public computers

Out of hours returns

Police Third Party Reporting Centre

Accessible parking

Hearing loop

Registered assistance dogs welcome

Blood Pressure Monitors for loan

More about accessibility

  • Accessible parking
  • Assistive technology for public computers available

Find out more about accessibility in Hampshire's libraries

Room hire

What's on - Clubs and groups

  • Construction Club at Bishops Waltham Library

    Every Saturday
    10am to midday

    A chance to get creative with our huge selection of Lego bricks in the library. Suitable for all ages.

    Free Bishops Waltham Library Saturday Construction Club

  • New Parents Meet and Connect at Bishops Waltham Library

    Every Tuesday
    2:15pm to 3:15pm

    Supportive library sessions perfect for new babies and new parents/carers. Connect with other parents, explore sensory activities. Free session. Drop-in participation, no need to book. Limited spaces available, so come early to secure your spot.

    Free Bishops Waltham Library Parent support Local support Under 2s Tuesday

  • Rhymetime at Bishops Waltham Library

    Every Tuesday
    1:45pm to 2:15pm

    Come along and join us for action songs and rhymes for babies, toddlers and their parents/carers. Suitable for children aged 0-4.

    Free Bishops Waltham Library Tuesday Storytime and rhymetime

  • Saturday Rhyme Time at Bishops Waltham Library

    Last Saturday of the month
    10am to 10:30am

    Come and join in all the fun of our usual Tuesday Rhyme time but on a Saturday.

    Once a month on the last Saturday of the month.

    Free Bishops Waltham Library Storytime and rhymetime Saturday

  • Stay and Play at Bishops Waltham Library

    Every Wednesday
    10am to 11am

    A chance for pre school children to play with other children and share toys in the library. Suitable for children aged 0-4.

    Free Bishops Waltham Library Wednesday Play groups