Lymington Library
Opening hours
- Mon 9:30am to 5pm
- Tue 9:30am to 5pm
- Wed 9:30am to 1:30pm
- Thu 9:30am to 5pm
- Fri 9:30am to 5pm
- Sat 9:30am to 5pm
- Sun Closed
Closed on public holidays
- Public computers turn off 15 minutes before the building closes
Transport options
Train travel
Lymington Town Railway Station - 4 minutes walk, 2 minutes cycling
Bus travel
Nearest bus stop: Gosport Street, 3 minutes walk
Facilities and access
WiFi
Printing and copying
Public computers
Accessible parking
Wheelchair access
Accessible toilets
Out of hours returns
Baby changing
Bicycle rack
Free period products
Registered assistance dogs welcome
Blood Pressure Monitors for loan
Police Third Party Reporting Centre
More about accessibility
- Accessible parking
- Library is on one floor and is accessible throughout
Find out more about accessibility in Hampshire's libraries
Rooms available for hire
What's on - Clubs and groups
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Baby Rhymetime at Lymington Library
Every Monday (excluding bank holidays)
11am to 11:30amA songs and rhymes session for babies between 12 and 18 months.
Perfect for helping your baby develop literacy skills.
Parent/carers must stay with their children.
Suggested donation £1
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Finishers' Day at Lymington Library
Saturday 13 September
10am to 4pmWe'll be going out with a bang on the last day of the Summer Reading Challenge with crafts, games and puzzles for all!
No need to book, just turn up! Craft activity £1 per child.
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Game On at Lymington Library
Every Saturday
10am to 4pmHave fun with board games, Lego, dressing up, puzzles and books. Plus free drinks and biscuits as part of the DWP Household Support Fund.
Donations are welcomed to support library activities.
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Knit and Knatter at Lymington Library
Every Thursday
10am to middayBring your knitting and join us for a knit and chat in the library.
Suitable for all abilities. No need to book, just turn up!
Suggested donation £1 to support library activities
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Learning in Libraries courses
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Let's Get Crafty at Lymington Library
Every 2nd Saturday of the month
10am to 11amA drop in craft club for all ages. Great fun for families!
No need to book, just turn up!
Adults must stay with children aged 8 years and under. Children aged 8 years and over can attend without an adult, but remain the responsibility of their parents/carers at all times.
£1 per child.
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New Parents Meet and Connect - with Little Crawlers at Lymington Library
Every Tuesday
10am to 11:30amSupportive library sessions perfect for new babies and new parents/carers. Connect with other parents, explore sensory activities. If your baby is crawling, enjoy space and activities for your baby to explore further.
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Rhymetime at Lymington Library
Every Thursday
2pm to 2:30pmJoin in with our lively songs and rhymes session. For parents/carers with children aged birth - 5 years. Great for toddlers.
No need to book, just turn up!
We welcome donations to support our provision of Rhyme Time activities. Suggested donation £1 per child.
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Starters' Day - Story Garden - Summer Reading Challenge 2025 at Lymington Library
Saturday 12 July
10am to 4pmJoin us to celebrate the first day of the Summer Reading Challenge.
Sign up to the challenge, have fun on the trail and enjoy Game on!Plus Let's Get Crafty session running from 10am-11am to kick off the day, make a suncatcher - £1 per child (while stocks last)
No need to book, just turn up!
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Stay and Play at Lymington Library
Every Monday
1:30pm to 4pmEnjoy Lego®, board games and puzzles in the library. A fun session for families with children under 12 years.
Parents/carers must stay with their children throughout this session.
This activity is free, we welcome donations to support our children's activities.
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Story Explorers at Lymington Library
Every 3rd Saturday of the month
10am to 11amCome for a story at 10am and stay for Game On!
This session is designed for children aged 4-6 years. Donations are welcome to support library activities.
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Story Garden - Summer Reading Challenge 2025 Escape Room at Lymington Library
Saturday 12 July
10am to 4pmDo you dare to enter our Escape Room?
Follow the clues and crack the code to open the chest and collect your prize!No need to book, just turn up!
Entry by pay what you can - decide what you want to or can afford to pay with a minimum of £1 per child.Parent/carers must remain with children aged 9 or under.
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Summer Holiday Fun at Lymington Library
Join us for Story Garden Summer Reading Challenge 2025 inspired craft activities:
Monday 28 July - Paper Plate Garden
Thursday 7 August - Arty Flowers
Monday 11 August - Summer Garden Collage
Thursday 21 August - Beautiful Birds
Friday 29 August - Crafty BugsNo need to book, just turn up! Drop-in from 10am to 4pm
Tickets - £1 per childParent/carers must remain with children aged 9 or under.
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Toddler Time at Lymington Library
Every Wednesday
11am to 11:30amCome and have fun at our interactive session, which is perfect for toddlers. With a mixture of stories and rhymes, our 20 minutes session is ideal for pre-school aged children.
At the end of the session you can enjoy colouring and stay to browse our children's books and parents collection. No need to book, just turn up!
Parents and carers must remain with their children.
We welcome donations to support our provision of Toddler Time activities. Suggested donation £1 per child.