Step inside Cherry Hinton Library a vibrant hub of learning and community. This isn’t just any library. It’s a place transformed. Cherry Hinton Library reopened in February 2025 after a major refurbishment. It’s now part of a brand new Cherry Hinton Community Hub.
The old building has been extended and renovated. Modern spaces welcome everyone. Flexible furniture makes the library adaptable. It can easily transform for events and activities. The upgrades improve energy efficiency too. An air source heat pump reduces carbon emissions. This is a green and modern library for a new generation.
Cherry Hinton Library offers a wide range of books. You’ll find fiction and non-fiction for all ages. Children’s books are well represented. There are plenty of large-print books too. The library also has study spaces and computers. Accessible public toilets are available. They even have baby change facilities making it family-friendly.
Cambridgeshire County Council manages the revitalized library. Anyone can join for free. Library members enjoy access to thousands of books. Ebooks and audiobooks are also available. Research resources and computers are part of the package. The library provides a safe and friendly atmosphere. You can relax read browse or use the free Wi-Fi. The library also hosts events. Think board games clubs or craft sessions. This place is buzzing with life and activity.
The Cherry Hinton Community Hub is a partnership project. Cambridgeshire County Council Cambridge City Council and the Cherry Hinton Community Benefit Society collaborated. The society also runs a café called The Cherry Branch within the hub. It’s run by volunteers. It was expected to open earlier but faced some delays due to lease negotiations. These were finally resolved resulting in a space where the community can come together.
Cllr Tom Sanderson highlighted the importance of the new library. He emphasized its role in social connection and cultural engagement. Cllr Rachel Wade praised the partnership. She said libraries stimulate imagination enhance creativity and build community. The refurbished library and the wider hub are designed to meet the needs of residents. So step inside Cherry Hinton Library. Experience its renewed energy and discover the community it serves.