Library services in Wood Green reopened today (Thursday 8 January 2026) at Clarendon Recovery College temporarily while essential improvement works are carried out to the main library.
The college has a quiet study area for pupils and students looking to do homework or revise for exams in peace, while there’s also a warm space for residents to socialise and shelter away from the cold and inclement weather.
Located at 32 Clarendon Road (N8 ODJ), you can access free Wi-Fi on your devices, read daily newspapers, pick up reserved titles and return library items as well.
The opening hours for library services at Clarendon Recovery College are as follows:
Monday-Friday: 10am-6pm.
Saturday: 10am-5pm.
Sunday: Closed.
The improvement works to Wood Green Library, which include repairs to the alarms, ceilings, passenger lift, service cupboards and water supply/system, are due to be completed in April 2026.
We will reopen some sections of Wood Green Library before then, if it’s possible for us to do so. We apologise for any disruption and inconvenience this may cause.
The on-site Customer Service Centre at Wood Green Library will remain fully open for the duration of the project along with Eat Wood Green, Haringey Learns and Haringey Works.
Access to Eat Wood Green (including the first-floor growing terrace) will remain open throughout the works and we’re seeking to schedule work on the second floor (Haringey Learns and Haringey Works) over weekends and during the February half-term holidays. Every effort is being made to keep disruption to a minimum.
The partial closure will ensure the facility continues to comply with relevant fire, health and building safety regulations, ensuring the ongoing safety of all residents who use the library and other services in the building.
Residents are advised that they can visit all other libraries in the borough to access books and other library resources. You can find your nearest, alternative library on the Haringey Council website.
You can find details of opening times on our website, where you can also explore our digital offer, including audiobooks, digital magazines, e-books and newspapers.