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Mottingham Library: Closure for refurbishment

The London Borough of Bromley will soon commence works on the refurbishment of Mottingham Library, closing temporarily from Friday 11 April 2025.

GLL is working in partnership with Bromley Council to accommodate these works, which are expected to be completed by late Summer 2025. 

Please note that this will involve gradually moving library stock throughout March and April, so there may be some disruption to the service ahead of this date.

Thank you in advance for your patience during this period. 

A temporary programme of library activities on Friday mornings will start from Friday 25 April 2025 at Mottingham Methodist Church Hall, 62 Mottingham Road, SE9 4QR: 
9.45 - 10.15 Baby Rhyme Time (birth - 18 months)
10.30 - 11.15 Toddler Time (ages 18 months - 4 years)
11.30 - 12.30 Adult Coffee Morning drop-in including a London Talk once a month.
 
The nearest libraries during this closed period will be Chislehurst and Burnt Ash Libraries.

Penge Library

What's on

Featured activities

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

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Baby Bounce and Rhyme

Come join our friendly librarians singing songs and popular rhymes, both new and old. Sessions last about 25 minutes, and are drop-in!

Every Thursday from 10:00am to 10:30am. For those aged 0 to 18 months. No booking required. 

Please contact local staff for more information.

Interactive Floor Projector

Penge library is excited to present our Move It! Interactive Floor Projector events! In these sessions, children can interact and play with our innovative floor-projector, featuring fun digital games like bubble-popping, puzzles and more!

There are plenty of regular sessions every week, aimed at supporting each childhood demographic. Additional sessions are available outside of term time.

No booking required.  Please contact local staff for more information, including session.

Toddler Time

Penge library is proud to host Toddler Time! In these sessions, expect your preschool-aged children to enjoy rhymes, stories and a craft activity.

Every week. For those aged 3 to 5 years. Booking required. 

Please contact local staff to book and for more information.

LEGO club

Join us at Penge library for a Lego club which provides creativity, problem-solving, and social skills in a fun setting.

Every other Saturday, from 2:15pm, for ages 4+. Booking essential.
 
Please contact local staff to book and for more information.

Crafty Saturdays

Join us for a fun and engaging craft event designed exclusively for children at our local library! Our Crafty Saturdays event is a hands-on experience that encourages children to explore their creativity while fostering a love for crafts.

Every other Saturday, from 2:15pm, for ages 4+. Booking essential. 

Please contact local staff to book and for more information.

Chatterbooks

Are you a young reader looking for a reading group to join? Look no further! Penge Library hosts a monthly reading group for those aged 8-11 where we read and discuss different titles every month.

Every month, for those aged 8-11. Booking essential. 

Please contact local staff to book and for more information.

Adult reading group

At Penge library, we're happy to offer a reading group every month where avid readers can come together to explore, learn, and appreciate literature in a collaborative and interactive manner. 

For more information, including how to join the group, please enquire with library staff. 

Something to do with a brew

A firm welcome to Penge library, where customers indulge in a soothing cup of tea as you unwind and connect with others in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere.

Every friday morning, from 10:30 - 11:30.

This event is free to attend, no booking required.