
Welcome to Idea Store
Mental Health Awareness Week 12-18 May 2025
Being part of a community can make life feel more meaningful and enjoyable, boost our happiness, and support better mental health. At Idea Store, we believe in the power of community.
Our wide range of free events, workshops and courses are a great way to connect with others, learn new skills, and take time for yourself. Whether it’s joining a book group, learning something new, or simply having a chat, there’s something for everyone.
Discover how being part of your local Idea Store can support your mental health.
Boost your Mental Health with our 1 Day Fitness Workshops - 17 May 2025
Search the Catalogue, renew and reserve items
Log in to your Idea Store account and discover our range of books, ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and more. You can renew your books and reserve items for collection.
You can also renew items using our automated phone line 0333 370 4700. Press option 5 then option 1. Enter your card number without the D.
Improvement Works at Idea Store Canary Wharf
Exciting changes are underway!
Over the next few months, we're creating a new and improved children's library, adding more study space and improving facilities at Idea Store Canary Wharf.
Idea Store Learning
We have more than 900 courses to choose from. You can find something for everyone, including photography, languages, art & design, dance, ESOL, maths, fashion, and digital skills.
Our aim is to help you to achieve your full potential. Whatever your ambitions, we can work together to help you achieve it through our courses.
eLibrary
With your Idea Store membership you can access thousands of eBooks, audiobooks, digital magazines and newspapers for FREE.
Local History Library and Archives
East End history at your fingertips. Access our huge digital library, collections and free online resources.