Discovery Centre

The Basingstoke Discovery Centre

The Basingstoke Discovery Centre is a community library located at Festival Place in Basingstoke. It’s part of a new generation of libraries that offer a wide range of services.

Here are some key features:

Services:

Books and Audiobooks: The library provides a great selection of books and audiobooks.

Magazines: Borrow magazines for reading.

eBooks and eAudiobooks: Access digital content.

Free Public IT and Wi-Fi: Use computers and connect to Wi-Fi.

Printing and Photocopying: Available services.

Accessibility:

The library is accessible by lift or stairs.

Facilities include accessible toilets, a hearing loop, and free period products.

Assistance dogs are welcomed.

Rooms for Hire:

Adult Services Room: Accommodates up to 6 people.

Business Room: Capacity for up to 24 people.

Community Link Room: Holds up to 20 people.

Community Room: Space for up to 50 people.

Learning Room: Capacity for up to 30 people.

Meeting Room 1: Accommodates up to 8 people.

Regular Activities:

Arabic Speaking Family Connections: Held on the first Thursday of each month, this group welcomes Arabic-speaking families to meet and explore library offerings.

Monday Wellbeing Chat About: A weekly drop-in to meet new friends and chat.

Chatterbooks: Every second Saturday, discuss favorite authors and books while enjoying a simple book-related craft.

The Basingstoke Discovery Centre is a vibrant hub for learning, socializing, and community engagement!