We are the Friends of West Barnes Library

A community-led, volunteer-run library offering a diverse range of events suitable for all ages.

Our Beliefs

We believe that everyone should have access to knowledge and information, and that libraries play a vital role in promoting literacy and lifelong learning. We are committed to providing a safe and welcoming space for all members of the community, regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

Upcoming special events

Check our events pages for more information on activities, clubs and talks for all ages.

Running throughout September

September photography competition and exhibition

We are excited to see entries in the categories of The Natural World, Around Motspur Park, and Colours. Show us your best shots and capture the beauty of our community.

What We Offer

From book clubs to yoga, West Barnes Library offers a variety of programs and services to help you learn and grow. We also host a range of events throughout the year, including author talks, art exhibits, and history lectures.

Library events

Our range of events caters to babies, children and adults alike. From fitness and meditation to book clubs and exciting reading hours for children, we have something for everyone.

Clubs and meetups

View our clubs and meetups

Special events

View special events

History talks

View history talks

Watch our short film

Thanks to the LibraryOn grant, we were able to commission a short film showcasing just some of the great services our libraries offer. There is so much to see and do in our Libraries, they are a colourful hive of activity, buzzing with people of all ages and backgrounds. Everyone in the film is a real-life service user!

Egg character for reading eggs holding an iPad of learning games

Reading Eggs is a fantastic new eResource launching in September which can be accessed FREE for Merton Library card members.

Reading Eggs is a multi-award winning online reading programme that can help children learn to read, aimed at 2-11 year olds. Reading Eggs makes the learning to read journey fun, interactive, and highly rewarding.

To register for an account, speak to a member of staff.

Ways you can get involved

Volunteer with us

West Barnes Library urgently needs more volunteers to help at a range of levels to assist staff. Can you spare a couple of hours?

Volunteering

Become a friend

To support the friends' efforts to keep the library open, raise usage and organise events, you can become a Lifetime Member for a one-off payment of £5.

Lifetime membership

Have an idea?

We would welcome ideas and from anybody who would be interested in running clubs and events at the library.

Tell us your idea

Opening hours and address

Please note, during off-peak hours, you will need your library card or app and your library PIN number to access the building.

Weekdays - 8:00 - 13:30
Weekdays - 19:00 - 20:00

Weekends - 08:00 - 09:30

Monday - 8:00 - 20:00

Tuesday - 8:00 - 20:00

Wednesday - Closed

Thursday - 8:00 - 20:00

Friday - 8:00 - 20:00

Saturday - 8:00 - 17:30

West Barnes Library,

Station Rd,

New Malden,

KT3 6JF

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Contact us

If you need to contact us, you can pop in to the library and speak to one of our friendly volunteers, or you can call on 020 8274 5789.

If you have any queries about the library services you can email westbarneslibrary@merton.gov.uk or email the Friends of West Barnes Library for volunteering or event ideas at friendsowbl.org.uk@gmail.com.