Kensington Central Library
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.
Our Libraries and Archives Service has updated its online pages and loans service. Find out how this will affect you.
12 Phillimore Walk, London, W8 7RX
Telephone: 020 7361 3010
Kensington Central Library houses our Local Studies and archives collection.
Regular opening hours
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
Information about holiday opening times
Events for adults
We have regular events for adults and a variety of special events for adults throughout the year, in our libraries and online.
Events for children and young people
We have regular activities for children and young people and special events too.
Facilities and services
- CD collection for the borough
- Online resources
- Room and space hire at Kensington Central Library
- Accessibility in Kensington and Chelsea libraries
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.
Last updated: 30 June 2025