Kilburn Library will temporarily close soon for a landmark £1million refurbishment, creating a modern, inclusive and vibrant space for the entire community.

This investment is made possible by £783,000 in funding from the council’s Strategic Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL, is a charge that local authorities can impose on new developments to fund infrastructure projects) and £231,500 from Arts Council England, the refurbishment will provide a range of exciting new features to better meet the needs of Brent’s growing and diverse communities in the south of the borough.

Visitors can look forward to an exciting new outlook including: 

• A brand-new digital area with upgraded IT facilities
• A new modernised, comfortable and welcoming children’s library, offering an engaging learning environment
• Flexible spaces for events, activities, community programmes and exhibitions  
• More study areas for students and remote workers
• A new extension featuring a hireable community space  
  

The new community space will be available for hire at competitive rates, offering local groups and residents an affordable venue for meetings, workshops and events.

During the refurbishment period, temporary alternative arrangements will be in place to continue serving the community and ensure access to key services. We are working on the details and updates will follow. 

The Library at Willesden Green and Harlesden library are still open and close by to Kilburn library. The service provision at these libraries remains unaffected. More details of all Brent Library locations can be found on our website. Alternatively, you can contact 020 8937 3400 or libraries@brent.gov.uk, Monday to Friday (10am – 5pm).
  

Kilburn Library will temporarily close on Monday 7 July and is set to reopen early 2026. We are holding an information day on Saturday 28 June, from 11am – 4pm for residents to find out more.