Sandown Library

Services available at this library:

Books
DVDs*
Talking Books on Cassette/CD*
Large Print
Computer facilities
Internet access
Word processing
Scanning facilities
Printing*
Colour/B&W photocopying service*
Fax service*
Reference Collection
Local Studies Collection
Newspapers
Garden Refuse Sacks*
Bus Pass Applications
Teenage Area
Children’s Area
Homework collection
Storytime every Thursday 1.30pm – 2.00pm (except School holidays)
Rhymetime every Thursday 2.00pm – 2.30pm
School visits & introductions to the Library Service.

*Charges apply for these services. Please click here for further information.

Please click here to download our Welcome to Sandown Library leaflet.

Sandown Library also has a Community Learning Room which is available for hire. Click here for more details about hiring this room, including terms of use. To book the room, contact Sandown library or complete the booking form and return this to the library. If you want to have a recurring booking, please complete this form.

New DVDs at Sandown Library

Promotions at Sandown Library

Popular Picks of 2011

Come in and take your pick from the most borrowed books of 2011. Make sure you haven’t missed the must-read of the year!

Explore the World

Read true life stories of far off places and get inspired for your 2012 holidays!

Classic Crime
If you like a good murder, you might be interested in our new classic crime collection. Located with our classics, it features some of the best crime writers of all time including, Edgar Allan Poe and Mary Elizabeth Braddon.

Sandown and District Historical Association

At Sandown Library we have an exhibition of old Sandown photos throughout history, courtesy of the Sandown and District Historical Association. These are updated regularly and are well worth a look.

Courses at Sandown Library

Computer Lessons

One to one hourly computer lessons are available at Sandown Library. Booking is essential. For more information contact Sandown Library on 402748 or Carol on 07971314504. Carol specialises in tuition for complete beginners or those who wish to brush up on their skills.

Find My Past

Sandown Library has free access to ancestry website Find My Past. Search for your ancestors in census records and use parish records to find births, marriages and deaths dating back to 1538! Pop in to the library for more information or give us a ring. Booking is a good idea but not always essential.

Events at Sandown Library

Knit and Natter

Knit and Natter takes place every Friday at 3.00pm at Sandown Library. Whether you’re an experienced knitter or a complete novice, come along and join in the fun. Free tea and coffee provided.

Meet Your Local Councillor

Local councillor Heather Humby is at Sandown Library every Saturday morning from 11.00 to 12.00. No booking necessary.

Free Family History Drop-in Sessions

Held between 10.00am and 11.00am on the fourth Friday of the month our Heritage Librarian will be here to help you solve any brick walls you’ve hit in researching your ancestry. Next session Friday 24th February.

Service Description: Children's and adults' books, large print books, talking books on tape, videos, DVDs, reference collection, newspapers, photocopying, fax service, free internet access, free computer access. Sandown Library also houses the Sandown Community Learning Room.

Contact Information
Department	Libraries & Information Service
Address	Sandown Library High Street Sandown Isle of Wight PO36 8AF
External Phone	01983 402748
Opening Times	Monday CLOSED Tuesday 9.00am - 12.30pm 1.30pm - 5.00pm Wednesday CLOSED Thursday 9.00am - 12.30pm 1.30pm - 5.00pm Friday 9.00am - 12.30pm 1.30pm - 5.00pm Saturday 9.00am - 12.30pm 1.30pm - 4.30pm Sunday CLOSED
Contact	Click to contact service

Page last updated on: 07/02/2012