Kensington Central Library
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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.
12 Phillimore Walk, London, W8 7RX
Telephone: 020 7361 3010
Library services
CD collection
We keep our CD collection at Kensington Central Library. You can reserve CDs online and collect them at your local library free of charge.
CDs in Westminster are located at Charing Cross Library. Kensington and Chelsea library members can reserve CDs online free of charge.
If you want to borrow a CD, visit Kensington Central Library or Charing Cross Library in person.
Events
We organise regular events for adults and activities for children and young people and a variety of special events for adults throughout the year.
Library catalogue
Explore our collections and resources using our library catalogue.
Local studies and archives
Kensington Central Library houses our Local Studies and archives collection.
Room hire
Discover how to hire space at Kensington Central Library.
Workspace to rent
Co-working spaces are available to rent, visit K+C Co works for more information.
Library services: further information
Last updated: 18 September 2025