Idea Store Canary Wharf
The main Idea Store Canary Wharf is now closed for refurbishment but a very limited service is provided from a temporary location next door (The former Post Office).
Cubitt Town Library will be open extra hours on Fridays during the refurbishment.10 am-6 pm (closed between 1 and 2 pm).
See refurbishment information.
PLEASE NOTE: Because of the works RESERVES will not be available to pick up at Idea Store Canary Wharf. You will be given an alternative pick-up location. This will go back to normal when works are finished.
August Bank Holiday Opening Hours
All Idea Stores and libraries will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday 25 August and re-open as usual on the Tuesday.
Pop-Up Library Opening hours
The temporary pop-up library is open the following hours:
| Monday | 10am - 6pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm) |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10am - 6pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm) |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm) |
| Thursday | 10am - 6pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm) |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm) |
| Saturday | 9am - 5pm (closed for lunch 1-2pm) |
| Sunday | 11am - 3pm |
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.
See how these works will impact the services we provide.
Story Time Up on the Roof
Join with Idea Store Canary Wharf staff and listen to amazing stories and sing along to fun rhymes with Story Time up on the roof. Perfect for under 5s!
Mondays, 4th, 11th and 18th August
10.30 - 11.15am
Crossrail Roof Garden (located above the Elizabeth Line Station)
Adult Events and Activities
Book Group (on Zoom during refurbishment works)
Discuss books with fellow readers at our informal, free monthly meetings. Discover what we're reading this month.
If you would like to join the group above please email Mario.Mackenzie@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Third Thursday of the Month, 6.30pm
How to find us
Canary Wharf
Canary Wharf
D3, D7, D8, 277Churchill Place is the new mall to the east of the estate, at the foot of the Barclays tower. Follow the signs from inside the main mall outside Waitrose, or use the lift opposite the Barclays tower.
Disabled access
Idea Store Canary Wharf is fully accessible