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Southwold Library

Old Hospital Hub, Field Stile Road, Southwold, IP18 6LD

Southwold Library

Opening Times

Out of hours book return is available at this library.
 

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 10:00 – 13:00, 14:00 – 18:00
  • Wednesday: 10:00 – 13:00, 14:00 – 18:00
  • Thursday: 10:00 – 13:00, 14:00 – 18:00
  • Friday: 10:00 – 13:00, 14:00 – 18:00
  • Saturday: 09:30 – 13:00, 14:00 – 17:00
  • Sunday: 11:00 – 16:00

Contact details

Facilities

Library facilities

  • Refreshments available from The Canteen
  • Cash and cards accepted
  • On-street parking only
  • Foodbank collection point
  • Baby weighing facilities
  • Home Library Service

Accessibility

  • Accessible toilet
  • Baby changing facility
  • Wheelchair access

Accessibility information on
accessable.co.uk

IT & Printing

How to use the library

First time visiting the library? Take a look at our accessibility video walkthrough to show you how to find and navigate this library, so you know what to expect when you visit us.

This video was funded by the LibraryOn programme which is supported by Arts Council England.

Events

Events coming up at this library:

Princess Party with the Snow Sister

Library event Princess Party with the Snow Sister

Southwold Library
Art & Creativity

Enjoy a princess party with the Snow Sister, suitable for children under 10.

Date
Thu 6 Aug 2026
Time
11:00 – 15:00
Place
Stella Peskett Millennium Hall, Mights Road, Southwold
Art & Creativity
Rummikub Klub at Southwold

Library event Rummikub Klub at Southwold

Southwold Library
Crafts & Games

Enjoy an afternoon of the classic board game Rummikub at this twice-monthly event for adults.

Date
Thu 6 Aug 2026
+ 45 more dates
Time
14:15 – 16:15
Place
Southwold Library, Field Stile Road, Southwold
Crafts & Games
Blyth Poets Group at Southwold

Library event Blyth Poets Group at Southwold

Southwold Library
Writing Groups & Workshops

Chat with like-minded writers and get creative at this writing group, open to all abilities.

Date
Fri 7 Aug 2026
On the first Friday of every month
Time
14:15 – 15:30
Place
Southwold Library, Field Stile Road, Southwold
Writing Groups & Workshops
Drop-in with Norfolk & Suffolk Victim Care

Library event Drop-in with Norfolk & Suffolk Victim Care

Southwold Library
Advice & Support

Free and confidential support for anyone affected by crime.

Date
Fri 7 Aug 2026
Every Friday
Time
10:00 – 12:00
Place
Southwold Library, Field Stile Road, Southwold
Advice & Support
Lego Club at Southwold

Library event Lego Club at Southwold

Southwold Library
Children & Families

Get involved in fun creative Lego building activities.

Date
Sun 9 Aug 2026
Every Sunday
Time
12:15 – 13:00
Place
Southwold Library, Field Stile Road, Southwold
Children & Families
Wordplay at Southwold

Library event Wordplay at Southwold

Southwold Library
Baby & Toddler

Stories, songs and rhymes for under 5s.

Date
Sun 9 Aug 2026
Every Tuesday and Sunday
Time
10:30 – 11:00
Place
Southwold Library, Field Stile Road, Southwold
Baby & Toddler

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