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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:

Spooky Spider Crafts

Library event Spooky Spider Crafts

Southwold Library
Spooky Spider Crafts

Enjoy some free spooky spider crafts this Halloween.

Date
Tue 27 Oct 2026
Time
11:00 – 15:00
Place
Southwold Library, Field Stile Road, Southwold
Spooky Spider Crafts
Wordplay at Southwold

Library event Wordplay at Southwold

Southwold Library
Baby & Toddler

Stories, songs and rhymes for under 5s.

Date
Tue 27 Oct 2026
Every Tuesday and Sunday
Time
10:30 – 11:00
Place
Southwold Library, Field Stile Road, Southwold
Baby & Toddler
Autumn Pottery Painting with Gallery Thea

Library event Autumn Pottery Painting with Gallery Thea

Southwold Library
Art & Creativity

Make your own decorations, mugs, tiles and more at this pottery painting workshop.

Date
Wed 28 Oct 2026
Time
11:00 – 15:00
Place
Reydon Sports & Community Centre, Wangford Road, Southwold
Art & Creativity
Crochet & Craft Club at Southwold

Library event Crochet & Craft Club at Southwold

Southwold Library
Knitting & Crochet

Stitch, knit or crochet while you chat with other crafters at this cosy group.

Date
Wed 28 Oct 2026
Every Wednesday
Time
14:15 – 16:00
Place
Southwold Library, Field Stile Road, Southwold
Knitting & Crochet
Balloon Modelling with Mr Bean Entertainments

Library event Balloon Modelling with Mr Bean Entertainments

Southwold Library
Crafts & Games

A fun balloon modelling session for children of all ages.

Date
Thu 29 Oct 2026
Time
11:00 – 15:00
Place
Reydon Sports & Community Centre, Wangford Road, Southwold
Crafts & Games
Southwold Reading Group

Library event Southwold Reading Group

Southwold Library
Book Groups

Join our relaxed reading group, explore new stories and meet new friends.

Date
Thu 29 Oct 2026
On the last Thursday of every month
Time
18:30 – 19:30
Place
Southwold Library, Field Stile Road, Southwold
Book Groups

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