Park Library reopens 

Regeneration of Cavendish Square takes shape

 

Park Library: The re-opening of Park Library at Cavendish Square

A bigger and better Park Library

was reopened this morning, as part of the regeneration of Cavendish Square.

The revamped library has increased in size by nearly a third, making room for around 1,500 new books, more than double the number of computers, and a larger children's area.

It also boasts new shelving and furniture, improved lighting and self-service technology so books can be borrowed and returned more easily.

 

Avid reader Margaret Ashby, aged 72, has been a member of the library for more than 40 years and is looking forward to having a new library.

 

She said: "I’m very excited. I’ve always read lots of books – usually about two to three a week, so I’m thrilled that there will be more to choose from."

 

Councillor Justin Tomlinson, Cabinet Member for Leisure, Culture and Recreation, said: "I am delighted that Park Library is now back in action for people to use.

 

"The library has been greatly improved and I hope everyone will enjoy making full use of the bigger, better facility, which forms an important part of this exciting regeneration project."