Camden Town Library

Yes, it is a lot smaller than the other local libraries but it has had a recent refurb at least. Lots of computer stations are tucked away in a quiet area for use. There’s also a massive childrens area with games and books so prepare for occasional noise at storytime.
There’s an OK selection of novels and reference books and a fairly big range of DVDs for hire that you pay extra for.
It is a lot quicker to use the new machines to check books in and out, or use your online account now to reserve or order books. The only thing that stumps me is the lack of signage for different genres or even pointing out the fiction and non-​fiction areas. There are a few titles on the shelves but I think this could be improved a lot as within novel section, books are split into crime /​sci-​fi etc with no apparent indication of this.

Camden town library is quite small in comparision to some of the other libraries in the borough, for example, Swiss cottage, but I love it anyway. It is amusing that some people would prefer to buy a book for £10 plus, read it, put it on the shelf to collect dust and when they are moving house, realise they have too much junk and then give it to a charity shop. Wake up and get with the times — if you want a book, get it fromthe library If they do not have it there, they can either order it from another library in the borough or even order it from their suppliers — only of course if it will be of use to other people
There is also computer access. It is possible to book a time slot (max 1 hour per day), but if the computer is free when down there, it might be possible to use it for another hour.
For those who lack IT skills, it is possible to attend an IT class, which is suitable for all age groups and levels, whether beginner or advanced.
If you live in Camden, try it out, we do pay council tax so try and use the councils facilities as much as possible and save money

Pretty small library given its central location, with a built in kids library full of noisy kids. The building has a nice high atrium, but contains other council services, and the library is kind of shunted away at the back. There are only four internet computers except on saturday, when the computers in the learning suite can be used for free. The drinking fountains in the lobby and near the gents are both out of order.