Find out more about plans for a new community space in Weybridge
Local Community Hubs, services, support and social interaction.
Local Community Hubs will be community spaces for all, providing public services, support and activities based on local needs, all under one roof.
- A local accessible and inclusive space for all members of the community
- Providing a mix of services provided by ßÙßÇÂþ», Voluntary Community Social Enterprise organisations and wider partners housed within a library provision. In some cases where space allows services provided by other private sector organisations.
- Alongside service provision there will be social spaces available for residents to meet and connect with others, or to simply sit and relax
- There are also areas available for community led activities to be run by community organisations and individuals.
The provision will be developed in a sympathetic way in discussion with community stakeholders and service providers to ensure the space is as inclusive and accessible for as many different types of users as possible.
Overview of proposed plans for Library Hub Weybridge
Library Hub Weybridge will be on the site of the existing Weybridge Library in Church Street, Weybridge, KT13 8DE opening in August 2025. The library has being temporarily relocated to a site in Churchfield Place, Weybridge. The new community space proposals include a modern flexible library, a place for youth support services, accessible community spaces for hire and commercially lettable space..
What building work has taken place?
The building works have included a comprehensive external refurbishment of the existing structure and full internal refit of all interiors in order to accommodate a variety of services and partners.
- Ground floor extension to the library
- Replacement pitched roof including the timber structure
- Replacement flat roofs with upgraded insulation
- Replacement of all existing glazing with energy efficient double glazing
- Refurbishment of all internal areas
- Installation of Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels to help us meet out net zero targets
- Removal of the gas boilers and replacement with Variable Refrigerant Volume (VRV) plant and air handling units for improved energy efficiency
- Landscaping to the rear creating an outdoor seating area
- Installation of the library Super Access system for extended opening hours
What organisations will be in the Library Hub?
ßÙßÇÂþ» Youth Services
ßÙßÇÂþ»’s newly formed Adolescent Service can provide support for young people (aged 11 plus) and their families on a variety of issues that can be hard to cope with during adolescence. This includes helping to return to education or training, reducing anti-social behaviour, and improving access to community activities.
Our overarching vision is ‘to support families and enable children and young people to be and feel safe, healthy and make good choices about their wellbeing. We aim to ensure that ßÙßÇÂþ»'s children and families have access to a range of services that tackle inequalities, support independence and enhance lives.
Practitioners are trained and experienced in taking a ‘whole family’ approach and consider the young person’s needs within the context of the wider family dynamics. Established relationships with children’s services colleagues, health, police, third sector organisations and other stakeholders ensure that the young person is at the centre of the support being offered by the professional network.
“ßÙßÇÂþ» Adolescent Service welcomes the opportunity to be part of the new Library Hub Weybridge to offer support for young people aged 11 plus and their families on a variety of issues than can be hard to copy with during adolescence. We are looking forward to operating in this new modern space which will enable us to support young people in a safe, confidential and welcoming environment.”
Brooklands Radio
Brooklands Radio Community Interest Company (CIC) is here to support local businesses, organisations and charities in ßÙßÇÂþ». Broadcasting 24/7 online across the UK, on smartspeaker, Sky TV, mobile app and Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) across North West ßÙßÇÂþ» and Rushmoor (DAB population 200k).
Our presenters come from a mix of broadcasting, entertainment and local enthusiasts offering our listeners a blend of 'personality, variety and companionship'. Our live events include Runnymede Civic Awards, Elmbridge Mayor's Firewalk, Painshill Park Live Lates, Weybridge and the D'Oyly Carte Music Festivals.
“Brooklands Radio looks forward to returning to the new Library Hub in the heart of Weybridge to be able to provide an even more comprehensive, professional service that focuses on community engagement and support. We thank ßÙßÇÂþ» for the opportunity.”
Weybridge Library
We know that libraries are an important part of local communities, providing, cultural, social, educational and economic spaces in the heart of our villages and towns. A place for people to meet others, work, study, rest and play. The new modern Library will provide agile working spaces, meeting rooms and pods available for hosting community meetings. Study and work areas will be available for collaborative working and comfortable seating to sit back relax and socialise. The WiFi is free. New Super Access technology enables library users to use our library spaces outside of staffed hours. Flexible furniture allows the spaces within the library to be moved around so they can be used for performances, activities and events. A new children's library area with sensory areas will host Rhymetime sessions and be a place where families and their children are sure to want to come back to time and time again.
Weybridge Library will be temporarily located at Weybridge Centre for the Community, Churchfied Place, Weybridge KT13 8BZ until the new building is ready. Follow Weybridge Library on social media for more information.
More information
Read the where decisions were made about the community hub.