Last updated: 18 April 2024
Next review: 18 October 2024
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Waltham Forest's Libraries contain over six million books, eBooks and eAudiobooks.
Libraries have huge amounts of information and reference materials including:
- family history research tools
- business and legal resources
- newspapers
- magazines
- eMagazines
All libraries have free Wi-Fi and PC computer use for any residents and non-residents.
In addition, residents can access online courses, including language lessons, driving theory test preparation and computer skills lessons.
Family Hubs
The Family Hubs programme provides a wide range of information, activities and services in your local area including health, learning and play activities, childcare, family support, employment support, housing advice, money and benefits advice and much more.
We know that all families need support from time to time to look after their wellbeing and help their babies and children thrive.
Services provided at Walthamstow Library as part of the Family Hubs programme are in partnership with:
- Lloyd Park Children’s Charity (LPCC)
- HENRY
- Tower Hamlets Care Group
- Northeast London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT)
Best Start in Life
Walthamstow Library is hosting Best Start in Life events as part of our Family Hubs programme.
For ages:
- 0 to 10
- Parents and carers
Type of provision:
- Play and learning activities
Referral and eligibility
No referral required.
Languages
Occasionally, check individual events.
Let's Get Digital Drop-in at Walthamstow Library
We are running free drop-in sessions for residents to get help with the basics of using their devices and the internet.
The sessions will be delivered by our friendly digital champion volunteers.
Referral and eligibility
- No referral required
- Open to all
- Just turn up
Sessions
Fridays from 2 to 4pm
IT Support Session at Walthamstow Library
You’re welcome to visit any Waltham Forest Library to receive guidance in accessing council services online at any time.
If you require dedicated help, our library team will be happy to welcome you to one of our free drop-in sessions.
Referral and eligibility
- No referral required
- Open to all
- Just turn up
Sessions
Wednesdays from 3pm to 4pm