Hedge End library is in a good location in the middle of the village and is bigger than it looks. I…read morethink they could do with a few more adult books in there however the childrens section is amazing. They always have plenty of books for all ages and lots of DVDs to hire out for rainy Sunday afternoons. The staff are very friendly and helpful and they try very hard to find what you are looking for. They have some very comfy seats and a little drinks machine so you could well spend an afternoon there. They also do activities on certain days of the month.

Nice local library, which had a lot more character before they changed the shelving from wooden…read moreones to metal - however, it does have a nice children's section and a teenage section. Also has number of computers with access to the internet and study area. Has a good selection of DVDs and CDs as well as audio books. The computers always seem to be in use, so unless you're prepared to wait around until one becomes free, don't bank on being able to use one. There's a limit of 2 hours use of computers a day though but as there are only around 10 pcs it's unusual to walk in and find one available.

A nice small library with a good selection of books, cds and dvds and audio books for both adults…read moreand children to borrow. They sell a few posters and books. There are a few computers that you can use and access the internet for free. They are normally in use when I go and so you have to wait a while until one is free. Some of the staff are friendly but others aren't so friendly. There is only space for one or two cars to park for free outside but there is another car park not too far away that is pay and display.

Although small in size Oakdale library has everything that you could want from a librarybooks…read moreobviously but it is neat tidy and friendly. Oakdale library is situated on the crossroads of Wimborne road, Dorchester road and Vicarage road in the center of Oakdale. It is therefore on one of the main roads into Poole. It has some parking but this is limited although nearby roads have little parking restrictions so you are just a short walk away. From what I have seen while there many of its regulars walk in so the car park is rarely used. All staff have been great and if the book you are looking for isn't there they will always try and get hold of it from the bigger libraries in the area such as Poole's main one. The library also offers the chance to rent movies on DVDs etc so there is something for everyone.

quite a deceiving library as it looks small from the outside but one inside it has a vast amount of…read morebooks as well as a kids section which has a fire engine for kids to play on. Good plae to pick up and local events happening then or in near future. also has adult free courses information..

Bournemouth Library is the best library in Bournemouth to visit for choice! it has a huge range of…read morebooks on two floors. Upstairs is mostly musical books, good range of cds to hire out, there is even a piano you can play on with headphones. there is a lift for disabled access. Downstairs has a huge film section, along with a really nice kiddies section. There is plenty of books on all topics and plenty of space to study with many computers. It is also good that they have (very clean) toilets - so you can spend quite a while here without leaving. Its a shame they dont have a cafe, the cafe below has now closed which is a shame :( Generally everything is laid outwell and the windows give the place lots of light which is nice. The staff are polite and helpful. Rated 5/5

I love the new library, its very spacious, has so many books and resources and the kids part is…read moremassive and contains toys and things for your kids to do, I used to come for an hour or so and let my son play.

Very helpful staff warm and friendly atmosphere lots going on for children too, art clubs, singing…read moreand laughing! Overall a lovely little library!

Southbourne library is a small but well stocked library. It has large labeled areas so that it is…read moreeasy to find the section you require and I have found that the books are early always in the right place, which helps. They have quite a few carousels for their soft backed books so that they can fit a lot more in, this also makes looking easier. There is quite a large children's area and they have regular childrens sessions with songs and nursery rhymes for the little ones and someone telling stories for the older ones, if you dont like the noise please avoid these times - they are well sign posted in the windows. The place is easily accessible with an electronic door wide enough for a wheel chair or pushchair. There is a little street parking and the library shuts on Wednesdays.

I have lived in Christchurch for most of my life and have belonged to this library for as long as I…read morecan remember. It has a good selection of books to choose from and are clearly labeled so that you can find the section you require very easily.There is a section at the front for all the children's books which has chairs placed around so that the children can sit and read whilst their parents are choosing their books. I am able to take out up to 12 books at a time and these can renewed twice before I have to take them back to the library, this can also be done via the internet.There are also DVD's and CD's available to rent at a small cost per week. The staff there are friendly and very helpful and they make it easy to join and order books. There are a few computers available to book for use, including using the internet and there is also a photocopier available to the public, at a small cost.

Over the years I've moved house a fair bit and, believing that they are an important part of the…read morecommunity, have always made full use of my local library, wherever I am. Highcliffe Library is, without doubt, the best library I have ever been a member of, which considering it is tiny, is pretty good going. The staff are friendly - nothing ever seems too much trouble for them - and kids are made to feel geniunely welcome, even when they're running up and down! The room at the back of the library is set aside for children's books and has been lovingly decorated with posters and pictures, with bean bags and cushions strewn on the floor to encourage even the most reluctant of young readers. For the real little ones, there's always a tub of crayons and colouring activities which change from week to week, and regular storytime sessions.

This is my local library in Fratton and it is quite big and stocks a lot of books for both adults…read moreand children. The staff are friendly and helpful and are happy to order you a book from another library in the city if it's not available from them. There are computers in the library with access to the internet and also photocopying facilities. The library also sells visitors parking permits to residents of Fratton on production of proof of residency. The library is housed in a lovely building on Fratton Road and the foyer has leaflets and posters advertising local events. The major downfall is the lack of parking in the area.

Unlike Central library, this is a beautiful building, unfortunately it's not in the most beautiful…read morepart of the city, but there is bus stop right outside so it is pretty convenient. I think that this library has the nicest atmosphere of the libraries I use as inside as it's light and airy and has nice architecture. As always the staff are great.