Canada Water Library and Theatre

Designed by Piers Gough, partner at CZWG Architects, the new Canada Water Library is a dramatically inverted pyramid that partly overhangs the Canada Water Basin. Operated by Southwark Council.

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  • Phone

    +44 20 7252 2000

  • Website

    southwark.gov.uk/library

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  • Type

    Library

Address

Surrey Quays Rd Greater London SE16 7BB United Kingdom

Wi-Fi Yes

Comments / 12


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books quiet cappuccinos bright library
George Lestaris

Nice environment, but feels like a playground with all these children in the weekend. Bring headphones/earplugs if you intend to study...

Ahuv ????????

One of the most cosy modern libraries . In floor two you have a view over the water. Good collection of travel books

Scott G

Modern library , nice cafe but looks like a post-apocalyptic prison on the outside.

Tony

Learning desks on top floor. Power outlets , wifi and always busy.

Mona

Peaceful and bright place for reading

Al Rave

Croissants n capuccino are excellent. Friendly staff too.

Pac Man

Remember to book a PC as sometimes its hard to find a free one.

Godwyns O

First inside the Library taken from the 2nd level

Betty Ludgate

Get there early of you need a study desk; gets welllll busy

Matt Mapleston

Book a slot on any PCs if you want more than 5 mins.

Dooruj R

Disagree with one of the tips. The place is overpriced and I have seen how the owner treats her staff . Disgusted.

Frank Gaviria

It won't ever be quiet !

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The Tesco is very good and open 24/5. On weekends it falls short on Sunday. The other shops are so-so but changes are coming with an extension and hopefully will bring in more stylish clothing shops. - Herman Santiago

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Cheap, well organised - Rewa Kassamani