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Orpington Library Refurbishment: Temporary Closure Notice
The London Borough of Bromley will soon commence works on the refurbishment of Orpington Library and will temporarily close at the current site from Friday 31st January 2025.

GLL are working in partnership with Bromley Council to relocate the library to accommodate these works, which are due to be completed by Autumn 2025 when the library will re-open.

From Saturday 1st March 2025, a temporary library will open at Unit 27, The Walnuts Shopping Centre (near the Central Atrium), Orpington, BR6 0TW.

We will be running the following programme of interim activities:
  • Knit and Chat-Crafty Crochet - Welcome Wednesday
    Wednesday 5th, 12th and 19th February | 10:00am - 11:30am
    Hope Church, Unit 8, The Walnuts Shopping Centre, BR6 0TW

  • Baby Rhyme Time
    Thursday 6th, 13th and 20th February | 10:00am -10:30am
    Jungle Soft Play area, Central Atrium, The Walnuts Shopping Centre BR6 0TW
No need to book.

Orpington Library

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Featured activities

Explore popular activities at Orpington Library, or click the link below to view all activities across Bromley libraries.

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Baby Bounce & Rhyme

Come join our friendly librarians reading stories and singing popular rhymes. For babies and toddlers under five years.

Booking essential. 
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Storytime

Come join our friendly librarians reading stories and having fun. For children aged 2-4.

Booking essential. 
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Chatterbooks

Young readers aged 8-11 discuss children's on Thursday evenings, once a month. 

Please contact local library staff for more information, including how to join.

Younger Teenage Reading Group

Young readers aged 11-13 discuss children's and young adult books on Monday evenings, once a month. 

Please contact local library staff for more information, including how to join.

Older Teenage Reading Group

Young readers aged 14-19 discuss young adult and adult books on Monday evenings, once a month. 

Please contact local library staff for more information, including how to join.

Chat 'n' Knit

A cosy get-together for crafters to work on their knitting or crochet projects while engaging in friendly conversation.

Event runs on the 1st Wednesday of every month, from 10 to 11:30. 

No booking necessary.

Crafty Crochet

A cosy get-together for crafters to work on their knitting or crochet projects while engaging in friendly conversation.

Event runs on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, from 10 to 11:30. 

No booking necessary.

Welcome Wednesday

A cosy get-together for adults to pop along for a friendly chat. All are welcome.

Event runs on the 3rd Wednesday of every month, from 10 to 11:30. 

No booking necessary.

Pictures Alive

For ages 4-7, join us every month for a wonderful session exploring the books of specific writers and illustrators.

As this event changes every month, click book now for more information about the newest illustrator highlight we've got planned!

Booking essential.
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LEGO club

Lego and game club for creativity, problem-solving, and social skills in a fun setting.
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