Our services

eLibrary

With your Idea membership you can access thousands of eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines and newspapers for FREE.

Children and families

We have a wide range of family-friendly activities and resources available throughout the year.

Whether you're researching your family history, looking for some trusted information about an historical figure, wanting to prepare for the citizenship test or just want some help with your small business - we've got the information you need.

Volunteering at Idea Store

Volunteering is a great way to get involved with your local community, develop your skills, knowledge and confidence and gain valuable “hands on” experience. It’s also a great way to meet new people and learn new things!

Free mobile data, texts and minutes

Stay connected and access vital services through the National Databank scheme.

Tablet Lending Service

Idea Store Service is piloting a tablet computer lending service over the next six months. Residents of Tower Hamlets who are digitally excluded can borrow a tablet computers from for up to 12 weeks.

Council services

Access Tower Hamlets council services such as benefits, council tax, parking and recycling.

Using a computer in Idea Store

All Idea Stores and Libraries (excluding Idea Store Watney Market) have public computers.

Room Hire

Do you want to hold a meeting or training session? Then why not use the facilities at your local Idea Store. Each Idea Store has Learning Labs that are available for hire.

Library fines and charges

A lot of our services are free but we do charge for some of our services. Find out more about these charges and more.