Public space / Old Town Hall

Information & Reference Library

Thirty-five-plus study seats, free Wi-Fi and public computers.

Directions
Noise
Quiet
Wi-Fi
Free
Power
Limited
Spend
Freepublic library
Best time
Long research sessions

The short version

A better fit than the lending library when you need a formal study environment and more choice of seating.

Good for
Research · Study · Long-form writing
Seating
Study seats and sofas
Plan for
Check current library hours
Address
Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond TW9 1TP

Before you go

The useful details.

What is confirmed is stated plainly. Where the evidence is incomplete, we say so.

Opening hours

HoursCheck daily hours
Check before travel

Opening times vary. Confirm the day’s hours with the venue before setting off.

Laptop policy

Laptops welcome

Laptops explicitly permitted; limited power points.

Set-up

  • YesPlug sockets
  • YesSeating
  • YesToilets
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor seating
  • YesTables

Connection & atmosphere

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Noise
Quiet reference-library environment with some movement around public computers and help desks.

Keep a note
for later.

Add an optional date or reminder for Information & Reference Library.

Nothing is sent to the venue and no booking is made.

Evidence note

The council explicitly confirms study seating for over 35 people, informal armchairs and sofas, free Wi-Fi and laptop use, while warning that power points are limited.

Facilities and laptop policy verified from Richmond Council in July 2026.

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