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Paddington Library

Staff book recommendations

Book cover Slade House by David Mitchell

Slade House by David Mitchell

Maj describes it as: labyrinthine, fragmented and eerie.
Book cover The Mother by by Yvvette Edwards

The Mother by Yvvette Edwards

Susan describes it as:⁣ every, parent's, nightmare.
Book cover The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories of Dirty Computer by Janelle Monáe

The Memory Librarian by Janelle Monáe

Helen describes it as: imaginative, inclusive and inspiring.
Book cover ⁣ The Patient Assassin by Anita Anand

The Patient Assassin by Anita Anand

Ravi describes it as: eye-opening, gripping and emotional.
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Information and enquiries

General enquiries and information on how to contact us.

Library opening hours

A selection of non- fiction books are now available on the ground floor of Paddington Library. Please note: the lower ground floor is still closed.  Please speak to library staff for more information.

Paddington Library now has 10 study desks available and you can stay for as long as you need. Note: these study desks may not be available when library events are taking place. Please speak to library staff for more information.

Day Adult library Children's library
Monday 9.30am to 8pm 10.30am to 5.30pm
Tuesday 9.30am to 8pm 10.30am to 5.30pm
Wednesday 10am to 8pm 10.30am to 5.30pm
Thursday 9.30am to 8pm 10.30am to 5.30pm
Friday 9.30am to 8pm 10.30am to 5.30pm
Saturday 9.30am to 5pm 10.30am to 5pm
Sunday 11am to 5pm Closed

This is a large and busy community and children's library with a business information point. The adult library and children's library are in two separate buildings.

Children's library address:

 Westbourne Park Baptist Church, Westbourne Park Villas, W2 5EA