Charing Cross Library
Charing Cross Library is situated in the heart of theatreland in London's West End.
It is a busy library serving residents, commuters and the local Chinese community; the building also houses the Chinese Library.
There is a music collection with a wide range of CDs, there are frequent Employment Advice sessions, and regular sessions for the Under 5s are held in the library.
You can get up-to-date information about any events taking place in the library by visiting the News section.
Opening hours
Our libraries are closed on English Bank Holidays. For information on any other temporary changes please see the News page.
| Day | Opening hours |
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| Monday | 9.30am - 8.00pm |
| Tuesday | 9.30am - 7.00pm |
| Wednesday | 10.00am - 7.00pm |
| Thursday | 9.30am - 7.00pm |
| Friday | 9.30am - 7.00pm |
| Saturday | 10.30am - 2.00pm |
| Sunday | 11.00am - 5.00pm |
How to find us
Address: Charing Cross Library, 4 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0HF
Renewals (24hrs): (020) 7641 1400
Enquiries: (020) 7641 1300
Chinese Community Librarian: (020) 7641 1300
Fax: (020) 7641 4629
Email: charingcrosslibrary@westminster.gov.uk (Charing Cross Library)
Email: chineseservice@westminster.gov.uk (Chinese Library)
Minicom and other options for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Nearest Tube: Leicester Square, Charing Cross
Buses: 24, 29, 176 or any bus to Trafalgar Square.
Access for people with disabilities:
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No wheelchair access. |
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There are 3 steps and a handrail at the entrance. Most of the music collection and non-fiction books are situated on the first floor. Access is via a staircase (17 steps) with handrails. |
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Registered assistance dogs are welcome. |
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