Library opening times

Planned building works

Notting Hill Gate library is currently closed due to planned building works. During this time there will be no access to the library, and K+C Co-works has been relocated to Brompton Library.

Nearby libraries Kensington Central, North Kensington and Paddington libraries are open as normal:

  • Kensington Central Library, 12 Phillimore Walk, W8 7RX
  • North Kensington Library, 108 Ladbroke Grove, W11 1PZ
  • Paddington Library, Porchester Road, W2 5DU

We apologise for any inconvenience caused during this time.

Last updated: 23 April 2024

Brompton, Kensington Central, North Kensington, Chelsea libraries

  • Monday: 9.30am to 8pm
  • Tuesday: 9.30am to 8pm
  • Wednesday: 10am to 5pm
  • Thursday: 9.30am to 8pm
  • Friday: 9.30am to 5pm
  • Saturday: 9.30am to 5pm
  • Sunday: Closed

Kensal Library

  • Monday: 1pm to 6pm
  • Tuesday: 1pm to 6pm
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 1pm to 6pm
  • Friday: 9.30am to 5pm
  • Saturday: 9.30am to 5pm, closed from 1pm to 2pm
  • Sunday: Closed

Notting Hill Gate Library

  • Monday: 1pm to 8pm
  • Tuesday: 1pm to 7pm
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 9.30am to 1pm
  • Friday: 9.30am to 5pm, closed from 1pm to 2pm
  • Saturday: 9.30am to 5pm, closed from 1pm to 2pm
  • Sunday: Closed

Last updated: 21 August 2025