Ringwood Library
Opening hours
- Mon Closed
- Tue 9:30am to 5pm
- Wed 9:30am to 5pm
- Thu 9:30am to 5pm
- Fri Closed
- Sat 9:30am to 1:30pm
- Sun Closed
Closed on public holidays
- Public computers turn off 15 minutes before the building closes
Transport options
Bus travel
Nearest bus stop: near Fire Station, 4 minutes walk.
Various bus stops throughout Ringwood.
Facilities and access
WiFi
Printing and copying
Public computers
Accessible parking
Community fridge / freezer
Accessible toilets
Changing Places facility
Bicycle rack
Citizens Advice
Free period products
Baby changing
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 accessible throughout
- Assistive technology for public computers available
Find out more about accessibility in Hampshire's libraries
Room hire
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Ringwood Library - Community Room
Capacity: up to 10 people Available Saturday mornings or out of hours only (out of hours has a different hire fee, please enquire for more information).
What's on - Clubs and groups
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Baby Play at Ringwood Library
Thursdays
1:45pm to 2:45pmCome along to our fun play session for babies up to 1 year old. A great chance to bond with your baby and make new friends.
No need to book, just turn up! We welcome donations to support our provision of Baby Play activities. We welcome donations to support our provision of Baby Play activities.
Suggested donation £1 per child.
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Barclays Local at Ringwood Library
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Barclays offer a cashless and paperless service, but help can be provided with:
9.30am to 4.30pm
- Servicing requests (transfers, ordering stationery)
- Digital support (Barclays app and online banking)
- Open new products (via the banking app only)
- Fraud and scam awareness
Book an appointment at www.barclays.co.uk/local
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Chatty Crafts at Ringwood Library
Every Wednesday
10am to middayBring your own craft projects to our friendly drop-in. No need to book, just turn up!
Free tea, coffee and biscuits available.
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Game On and Chat About at Ringwood Library
Every Thursday
10am to 4pmDrop in anytime to enjoy board games, mindful colouring and puzzles. Chat with and get to know people in your community.
For all ages – everyone welcome. No need to book, just turn up!
Free tea, coffee and biscuits available.
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Learning in Libraries courses
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Let's Get Crafty at Ringwood Library
1st Saturday of each month
10am to 1pmJoin us for a fun themed craft session.
No need to book , just turn up. £1 per child.
Parent/carers to remain with children aged 9 or under.
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Memories, Tea and Me at Ringwood Library
1st Tuesday of the month
10am to 11:30amMemories Tea and Me is a new reminiscence project from The Memory Box Foundation aimed at anyone over the age of 50. The sessions aim to alleviate loneliness and isolation.
No need to book, just turn up!
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Read to the Beat - Music themed craft activities at Ringwood Library
All 10am to 4pm
Tuesday 21 July
Tweet, Sing and CreateTuesday 28 July
Rhythm, Chime and DesignTuesday 4 August
Musical Muppet Finger PuppetsTuesday 11 August
Design your own Album CoverTuesday 18 August
Shake, Rattle and RainsticksTuesday 25 August
Clacky CreaturesLooking for a fun activity for your children? Join us at the library for a hands-on music themed craft session packed with creativity and imagination!
We’ll provide all the materials — and even take care of the clean-up — so you can relax while your little ones enjoy making, exploring, and having fun together.
Perfect for children of all ages, these sessions are a great way to spark creativity and make lasting holiday memories.
No need to book, just turn up.
Tickets are £1 per child.
Parents / carer to stay with children aged 8 years or younger.
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Reception Class meet up at Ringwood Library
Wednesday 3 June - Poulner Infants
Wednesday 10 June - Ringwood Infants
Wednesday 17 June - Poulner Infants
Wednesday 24 June - Ringwood Infants
All sessions 1:30 to 2:30pmIs your child starting in Reception Class this September?
Come along to our fun, free session! Discover what the library has to offer, meet other families starting their school journey this September. Enjoy Lego™, dressing up and starting school stories.
Not yet a library member? It's free to join! No need to book, just turn up!
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Rummikub Club at Ringwood Library
Every Wednesday
1:30pm to 3pmCome along to enjoy a game of Rummikub. No experience necessary – learn from fellow Rummikub-ers. Everyone welcome. No need to book, just turn up!
Free tea, coffee and biscuits available.
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Saturday Family Fun, Construction Club at Ringwood Library
Every Saturday
10:30am to 12:30pmDo you love making things with Lego/Duplo® bricks? Come along to our construction club.
Come and play board games and puzzles too.
We welcome donations to support provision of our children's activities.
Parents/carers must remain with children aged 8 years and under.
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Sewing Club at Ringwood Library
Every Tuesday
1pm to 3pmBring along your needle and thread or machine to work on your own projects. No need to book, just turn up!
Free tea, coffee and biscuits available.
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Stay and Play at Ringwood Library
Every Wednesday
11am to middayAfter our Rhyme Time session can enjoy some toys and rattles, stay to browse our children's books, and even have a catch up over cup of tea with the other adults!
No need to book, just turn up.
Parents and carers must remain with their children.
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Stay and Play at Ringwood Library
Every Thursday
11am to middayAfter our Toddler Time session, you can can enjoy some toys and rattles, stay to browse our children's books, and even have a catch up over cup of tea with the other adults!
No need to book, just turn up.
Parents and carers must remain with their children.
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Read to the Beat - Summer Reading Challenge 2026 at Ringwood Library
Starters’ Day
Saturday 11 July
10am to 1pm
Join us to celebrate the first day of the Summer Reading Challenge. Sign up to the challenge, have fun on the trail and enjoy Saturday Family Fun!Play Day!
Wednesday 5 August
10am to 4pm
Enjoy games, dressing up and construction fun. Donations for this day are welcomed to support our activities.Finishers’ Day
Saturday 12 September
10am to 1pm
We’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! Parents/carers must remain with children aged 8 or under.
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Toddler Time at Ringwood Library
Every Thursday
10:30am to 11amCome and have fun at our interactive session, which is perfect for toddlers. With a mixture of stories and rhymes, our session is ideal for pre-school aged children.
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.
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Digital Champion at Ringwood Library
Every Tuesday
2pm to 3:30pmEvery Thursday
9:45am to 11:15amVisit our digital champion to get advice and support on IT matters.
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Rhymetime at Ringwood Library
Every Wednesday
10:30am to 11amJoin in with our lively songs and rhymes session. No need to book, just turn up!
For parents/carers with children aged birth - 5 years. Great for toddlers.
We welcome donations to support our provision of Rhyme Time activities. Suggested donation £1 per child.