Temporary closure for refurbishment works to Folkestone Library

Kent County Council are promising a selection of new books, an improved layout and a bigger children's section including computers will be some of the changes being made at Folkestone Library when refurbishment works start there next month.

Work to make the building easier to use and more welcoming will also include new display shelves and modern furniture and décor to create a bright atmosphere. Essential maintenance will be carried out at the same time and a more energy efficient and reliable heating system will be installed.

To carry out the work, the library will be closed from Monday 10 May until early August 2010.

Customers will be able to borrow additional items to cover the closure period and from 11 May they will be able to borrow books from a smaller temporary library at Folkestone Adult Education Centre, The Cube, Tontine Street.

In addition, nearby Cheriton and Wood Avenue libraries will be open for longer during the closure period. Skills Plus students will still be able to access the classroom at Folkestone Library while the refurbishment is carried out.

More details about the re-opening date will be advertised nearer the time. More information about all of Kent's libraries is available online at www.kent.gov.uk/libraries or by phoning 08458 247 247.

Kent libraries offer a wide range of services from free access to books, computers and information (including local history) to the hire of music, audio books and films. They also offer a wide variety of activities and events for all ages.

The Cube temporary library service opening hours from Tuesday 11 May:

Tontine St, Folkestone, Kent CT20 1SD. Tel: 0845 606 5606

• Monday 9.30am - 5.00pm
• Tuesday 9.30am - 5.00pm
• Wednesday 9.30am - 5.00pm
• Thursday 9.30am - 5.00pm
• Friday 9.30am - 5.00pm

Wood Avenue Library extended opening hours from Monday 10 May:

Wood Avenue, Folkestone, CT19 6HS. Tel: 01303 254226

• Monday 9.00am - 5.00pm
• Tuesday 9.00am - 5.00pm
• Wednesday 9.00am - 5.00pm
• Thursday 9.00am - 5.00pm
• Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
• Saturday 9.00am - 4.00pm

Cheriton Library extended opening hours from Monday 10 May:

Cheriton High Street, Folkestone, CT19 4HB. Tel: 01303 275163

• Monday 9.00am - 6.00pm
• Tuesday 9.00am - 6.00pm
• Wednesday 9.00am - 5.00pm
• Thursday 9.00am - 6.00pm
• Friday 9.00am - 6.00pm
• Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm