Information for families in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Charminster Library

Charminster Library logo

Come and visit Charminster Library we are a neighbourhood library on a corner plot. We currently provide the following:

  • books, DVDs, and audiobooks for all the family to borrow and hire
  • computers with free access to the Internet and printing facilities
  • free WiFi
  • photocopying
  • daily newspapers and magazines to read in the library
  • tea and coffee available
  • self-service kiosks to issue and return your items to avoid queuing
  • small meeting room for hire

(Due to social distancing, we are not offering tea and coffee and daily papers/magazines to read in the library at the moment

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Venue/Contact Details
Strouden Avenue
Charminster
Bournemouth
Dorset
Postcode
BH8 9HT
Area coverage
BCP Area
Directions
See Journey Planner on right-hand side of this page, where you can view bus, car and train routes from your location.
Facilities
  • Toilet Available
  • Drop off / Collection point
Times and Costs
Opening times:
Opening Times: Monday and Friday 9:30am to 5pm. Tuesday and Thursday 9:30am to 7pm. Wednesday closed. Saturday 9:30am to 1pm.
Further opening details:
  • Evening
  • Afternoon
  • Morning
  • Daily
Availability
  • All Year Round
Costs:
Library membership is free.
Ages, Booking Details and Referral Information
Booking Information:
Booking is not required.
Policies
Are your staff DBS Approved?
Yes
Do you have a First Aid Policy?
Yes
Do you have Public Liability Insurance?
Yes