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<h1 style="text-align: center;">Sutton Libraries</h1>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">You can log into your library account and renew items, simply click on "log-in" at the top right hand side of the screen, entering your library card number and PIN. If you need to reset your PIN, you can do so <a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/user/login">here.</a> For further assistance please email <strong>sutton.library@sutton.gov.uk</strong> or call <strong>020 8770 5000</strong>.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">If you're not already registered,&nbsp;<a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/user/register">sign up for a free library membership</a>&nbsp;to access free services including PressReader for newspapers and magazines and Overdrive for eBooks.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Download My Library App on&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/my-library-app/id1475794558" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Apple</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.solus.LLC&amp;hl=en_GB" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Android</a>, and you'll be&nbsp;able to reserve and download any eBook or eAudiobook from 1000s of available titles.&nbsp;Find&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/digital-content/policies">policies</a>&nbsp;here.</span></p>

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<h1 style="text-align: center;">Sutton Heritage</h1>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Museums and Heritage Houses</span></h2>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Sutton's Museum and Heritage Service exists to preserve and promote Sutton's heritage and Living Memory. Our collections, buildings, archives and activities help to define the borough, engage communities, and capture and preserve memory - making a valuable contribution to the council's role as place maker.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">The service plays a vital part in building community cohesion in a period of rapid population expansion and in a multi-faith, multi-cultural society as well as engaging those interested in their family history or the history of their street, school, place of worship or organisation.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Find out more about other exhibitions and events on the <a href="https://events.sutton.gov.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">events platform</a> taking place at Honeywood Museum, Whitehall Historic House and in Sutton's Libraries.</span></p>

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<h1 style="text-align: center;">Digital Resources</h1>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Take advantage of our digital resources, available 24/7 from a computer, smartphone or tablet, completely FREE for Cultural Services members. Access several of these resources, courtesy of Sutton Council's Cultural Services, from the comfort of your home. You may need your Cultural Services Number and PIN. See our digital resources listed below.</span><br /><span style="font-size: 18pt;">&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Not a member? Join now through the 'Account' button, it only takes two minutes!&nbsp;</span></p>
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<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Digital Library</span></h2>
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<li><span style="font-size: 18pt;">My Library App&nbsp; (<a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/my-library-app/id1475794558">IOS</a>) (<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.solus.LLC">Android</a>)</span></li>
<li><a href="https://www.pressreader.com/catalog"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">PressReader</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://tlc.overdrive.com/tlc-sutton/content"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Libby, by Overdrive</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://llc.ulverscroftulibrary.com/"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">uLibrary</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://sutton.borrowbox.com/"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">BorrowBox</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://lote4kids.com/uk-sutton-libraries/"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">LOTE4Kids</span></a></li>
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<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Digital Courses</span></h2>
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<li><a href="https://library.transparent.com/sutton"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Transparent Language Online</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://sutton.theorytestpro.co.uk/library/12ohqkd9xu7m"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Theory Test Pro</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.gocitizen.co.uk/"><span style="font-size: 24px;">Go Citizen</span></a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.learnmyway.com/"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Learn My Way</span></a></li>
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<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Digital Archive</span></h2>
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<li><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://ancestryinstitution.com/">Ancestry</a> *Accessible in branch only</span>&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://www.findmypast.co.uk/"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Find My Past</span></a> <span style="font-size: 18pt;">*Accessible in branch only</span>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.findmypast.co.uk/"></a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">British Newspaper Archive</span></a> <span style="font-size: 18pt;">*Accessible in branch only</span>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.britishnewspaperarchive.co.uk/"></a></li>
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<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Digital Extras</span></h2>
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<li><a href="http://www.accesstoresearch.org.uk/"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Access To Research</span></a> <span style="font-size: 18pt;">*Accessible in branch only</span>&nbsp;</li>
<li><a href="https://www.which.co.uk/"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Which? Online</span></a> <span style="font-size: 18pt;">*Accessible in branch only</span>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.which.co.uk/"></a></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://www.which.co.uk/">Oxford Online Dictionaries</a> (including Dictionary of National Biography and Who&rsquo;s Who &amp; Who Was Who)</span></li>
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<h1>Exhibition Spaces in Sutton</h1>
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<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Sutton Central Library Gallery</span></h2>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/gallery%20buttons%20pics.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - man looking around Sutton Central Library Gallery" width="200" height="169" /> &nbsp;<img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/gallery%20buttons%20pics2.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - eight seated people within Sutton Central Library Gallery" width="200" height="169" /> &nbsp;<img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/gallery%20buttons%20pics3.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - woman walking around in Sutton Central Library Gallery" width="200" height="169" /></div>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/gallery%20buttons%20pics4.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - a group of people browsing artwork in Sutton Central Library Gallery" width="200" height="169" /> &nbsp;<img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/gallery%20buttons%20pics5.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - two walls full of artwork in Sutton Central Library Gallery" width="200" height="169" /> &nbsp;<img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/gallery%20buttons%20pics6.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - a clear space in Sutton Central Library Gallery" width="200" height="169" /></div>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Sutton Central Library Gallery aims to provide the London Borough of Sutton&rsquo;s residents with a wide range of contemporary art, heritage and history experiences. Entrance to the gallery and access to the exhibition is free for all members of the public, with the exception of specific events. The gallery space is available for hire to professional artists, collectives and non-profit groups wishing to exhibit their work individually or as a group.</span></p>
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<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>Honeywood Museum</strong></span></h2>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><img style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/SS Crafting a Village 1.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - a small model house appearing to be made of brick and moss in Honeywood Museum" width="200" height="169" />&nbsp;&nbsp;<img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/SS Crafting a Village 3.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - two small model houses appearing to be made of straw and plaster within Honeywood Museum" width="200" height="169" />&nbsp;&nbsp;<img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk//custom/web/content/Crafting a Village - Whitehall.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - a small model of Whitehall Historic House placed within Honeywood Museum" width="200" height="169" />&nbsp;</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>Honeywood Museum</strong> hosts regular exhibitions as part of the events programme. The Grade II listed building next to Carshalton Ponds dates from the 17th century but was extended in the Victorian and Edwardian periods. The house has been beautifully restored to show how it would have looked when it was a family home. The Edwardian era billiards room, drawing room, bathroom and kitchen will let visitors step into the past and see for themselves how the residents of Honeywood would have lived.</span></p>
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<h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong style="font-size: 18pt; text-align: center;">Whitehall Historic House</strong></h2>
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<p><img style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/UCA Interuptions 2.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - Two canvases with one containing a leaping man and the other containing two young people standing up" width="200" height="169" /><span style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><img style="text-align: center;" src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/UCA Interuptions 1.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - an artistic structure made of glass and wire placed within Whitehall Historic House" width="200" height="169" /><span style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><img style="text-align: center;" src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/IMG_6515.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - a framed written passage titled Whitehall in Words" width="200" height="169" /><strong><br /></strong></p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>Whitehall Historic House</strong>&nbsp;hosts regular exhibitions as part of the events programme. Built around 1500, Whitehall is a Grade II* listed Tudor house in the heart of Cheam Village. It is owned and managed by the London Borough of Sutton who opened it as a local museum in 1978 following a campaign by the community.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Following the recently completed National Lottery Heritage Fund refurbishment, we are delighted to invite visitors back to Whitehall to rediscover this incredible site for FREE. This Grade II* listed property is an impressive feature at the heart of the picturesque village of Cheam.</span></p>
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<h2 style="text-align: center;"><strong style="font-size: 18pt; text-align: center;">Little Holland House</strong></h2>
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<p><img style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Council%20Cultural%20Services%20-%20Little%20Holland%20House%201.jpg" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - the exterior of Little Holland House" />&nbsp;&nbsp;<img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Council%20Cultural%20Services%20-%20Little%20Holland%20House%202.jpg" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - a wooden panel in Little Holland House showing a wooden savannah area" />&nbsp;&nbsp;<img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Council%20Cultural%20Services%20-%20Little%20Holland%20House%203.jpg" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - an armchair within the living room of Little Holland House" />&nbsp;</p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Open the door to this unique arts and crafts gem, built between 1902-1904 by artist and craftsman Frank R. Dickinson. Inspired by Ruskin, Dickinson bought one of the first plots of land in this developing South London suburb at the end of the nineteenth century. Little Holland House is open on the first Sunday of each month with regular tours about the history of the house throughout the day.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Find out more about other exhibitions and events on the <a href="https://events.sutton.gov.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">events platform</a> taking place at Honeywood Museum, Whitehall Historic House and in Sutton's Libraries.</span></p>

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<h1><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Sutton Information Hub, Community Activities and Groups</span></h1>
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<p><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Want to connect with local people you have something in common with? There may be something for you in Sutton's Libraries and Heritage Houses. There are plenty of social activities and local meetups across Sutton where you can chat and laugh with new friends. See some of the groups below which are attended for free (unless stated otherwise).</span></p>
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<p class=" p-1">An information hub connecting residents to local advice and services in Sutton, providing residents with a single place to find information about local groups, clubs and support relevant to them. Additionally, Sutton Information Hub brings together the SEND Local Offer, Family Information Service and the Care Leaver Local Offer.</p>
<p class=" p-1"><a href="https://suttoninformationhub.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Visit the Sutton Information Hub</a>.</p>
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<h2><span style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Reading Groups</span></h2>
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<p>Reading groups are a great opportunity to meet with new people and discuss topics and opinions based around the chosen book. Typically, reading groups meet every month and read a particular title. Some groups like to meet in the library and some groups like to meet outside. Sutton Libraries has 200+ titles available for reading groups. If you would like to join one, please fill in <a href="https://forms.gle/ima5vZiw55uM8opp9">the form</a>&nbsp;and when there are enough people to form a group, you will be connected via our reading group co-ordinator.</p>
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<h2><strong>Community Groups</strong></h2>
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<div>Our libraries are buzzing with activities led by community groups, offering something for everyone. From workshops to meetups, there&rsquo;s always something exciting happening. Come to our events platform and look for the 'Community Groups' category to discover the wide range of events on offer:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://sutton.events.mylibrary.digital/" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://sutton.events.mylibrary.digital/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1737641242645000&amp;usg=AOvVaw03CPZzKUFWq87TtMy9SdT_" rel="noopener">https://sutton.events.<wbr />mylibrary.digital/</a>&nbsp;</div>
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<h1>Rooms available to hire in Sutton's Library &amp; Heritage Venues</h1>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Sutton Libraries &amp; Heritage Houses have a range of hire rooms for booking. These spaces are ideal for meetings, exhibitions, conferences, networking, talks, training, community activities and much more. All rooms have access to Wi-Fi, toilet facilities, tables and chairs. Feel free to read the <a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/digital-content/policies">venue hire agreement</a> for room hire.</span></p>
<p><br /><span style="font-size: 18pt;">*The Gallery &amp; The Community Space at Sutton Central Library have additional facilities including projector, screen and P.A. System.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">If you are interested in <a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/digital-content/libraries/library-services">study spaces</a>, these are available in all libraries as a free, clean, safe space for visitors to study, work and ready.</span></p>
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<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>Civil Ceremony Venues in Sutton</strong></span></h1>
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<p class=" p-1"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Sutton Council offers beautiful historic venues for civil ceremonies.</span></p>
<p class=" p-1"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Our delightful settings include Honeywood Museum in Carshalton, offering value for money and are perfectly placed for small intimate ceremonies. Steeped in history, our venues will ensure your special day is remembered with love and joy. Download a copy of our brochure and enquire with our team to book a viewing. Limited availability.</span></p>
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<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>Honeywood Museum</strong></span></h2>
<h3 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><em>- Drawing Room -</em></span></h3>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Step back in time, and enjoy the splendour of another era!</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">With origins dating from the mid-17th century,&nbsp;<a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/digital-content/sutton-heritage/honeywood-museum/" target="_blank" aria-invalid="true" rel="noopener">Honeywood Museum</a> is a Grade II listed building set in the picturesque heart of Carshalton&rsquo;s historic Conservation Area. Honeywood stands at the western end of Carshalton Ponds surrounded by historic buildings and water features which together form one of the most interesting and attractive areas in Greater London.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Civil ceremonies are hosted in the Drawing room - a light and airy space, with fine examples of Edwardian decor. French doors open out onto the beautiful garden, and the room seats 40 guests plus the couple to be.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://honeywoodtearoom.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Honeywood Tea Rooms</a>&nbsp;provide after ceremony drinks and menu options.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">The surrounding area offers the perfect backdrop for your magical day, with ample opportunities for great photographs, as well as an abundance of excellent pubs and other venues - such as the&nbsp;<a href="https://cryerarts.co.uk/">CryerArts Centre</a>.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Honeywood Museum tells the story of the house, its residents, and the local area. Start your story together and say &lsquo;I do&rsquo; in style!</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>Address</strong>:&nbsp;Honeywood Museum, Honeywood Walk, Carshalton, SM5 3NX</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>Enquiries</strong>: register.office@sutton.gov.uk</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>Pictures</strong>&nbsp;(click to enlarge):</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Council%20Cultural%20Services%20-%20Wedding%20Ceremony%20Venue%20-%20Honeywood%20Museum1.png" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Council%20Cultural%20Services%20-%20Wedding%20Ceremony%20Venue%20-%20Honeywood%20Museum1.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - the exterior of Honeywood Museum" width="155" height="155" /></a> &nbsp;<a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Council%20Cultural%20Services%20-%20Wedding%20Ceremony%20Venue%20-%20Honeywood%20Museum2.png" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Council%20Cultural%20Services%20-%20Wedding%20Ceremony%20Venue%20-%20Honeywood%20Museum2.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - the central table in the Honeywood Museum drawing room" width="155" height="155" /></a> &nbsp;<a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Council%20Cultural%20Services%20-%20Wedding%20Ceremony%20Venue%20-%20Honeywood%20Museum3.png" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Council%20Cultural%20Services%20-%20Wedding%20Ceremony%20Venue%20-%20Honeywood%20Museum3.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - rows of chairs in Honeywood Museum drawing room arranged like a civil ceremony" width="155" height="155" /></a> &nbsp;<a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Council%20Cultural%20Services%20-%20Wedding%20Ceremony%20Venue%20-%20Honeywood%20Museum4.png" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Council%20Cultural%20Services%20-%20Wedding%20Ceremony%20Venue%20-%20Honeywood%20Museum4.png" alt="Sutton Council's Cultural Services - a view of the central table in a civil ceremony in Honeywood Museum drawing room" width="155" height="155" /></a></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Feel free to <a href="https://www.sutton.gov.uk/births-deaths-marriages-and-citizenship" target="_blank" rel="noopener">find more information</a> about the legal process when getting married or forming a civil partnership, as well other ceremony venues in Sutton.</span></p>

Civil Ceremonies

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<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Volunteering</span></h1>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Volunteering is a fantastic way to meet new people, get valuable experience on your CV and put smiles on the faces of your community. Find out the opportunities you can benefit from now.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/90a5ab5e-9252-459a-9715-43172c60d90a/1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LEARN MORE HERE <span class="visually-hidden"> (Opens a new window)</span> </a></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">With a chance of a behind the scenes look at a variety of local libraries and beautiful historic houses in the Sutton area, find out how you can <a href="https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/90a5ab5e-9252-459a-9715-43172c60d90a/1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">volunteer for Sutton Council's Cultural Services</a> today.</span></p>

Volunteering

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<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Sutton Scene Email Newsletter</span></h1>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Joining the Sutton Scene email newsletter is a great and easy way to get the biggest updates about your library, heritage and cultural services - sent directly to your mailbox.</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong><a href="http://eepurl.com/dHEzxz" target="_blank" rel="noopener">- SIGN UP HERE -</a>&nbsp;</strong></span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">The big changes, upcoming events and local news! Join the <a href="http://eepurl.com/dHEzxz" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sutton Scene</a> mail list now.</span></p>

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accessibility

<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Accessibility</span></h1>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">All of our libraries, Whitehall Historic House and Honeywood Museum are accessible by wheelchair users. Sutton Central Library and Cheam Library have induction loops. All our libraries stock a selection of large print books and talking books. Guide dogs are welcome in all libraries. The staff will be pleased to advise you before your visit.</span></p>
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<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Reading</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">&lsquo;<a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/digital-content/digital-resources/digital-library">My Library App</a>&rsquo; is a smartphone app that allows library members to find and reserve books across multiple library branches and services. Download the app to access all reading materials in one place.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="font-size: 18pt;">eBooks</span></h3>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">eBook readers allow the text of books to be increased and altered to suit the reader. These can be downloaded onto a smart device at home for free. eBooks available from <a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/digital-content/digital-resources/digital-library">BorrowBox</a> and <a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/digital-content/digital-resources/digital-library">Libby</a> support different colour themes available (e.g. Lite, Sepia, Dark) and different fonts available including Dyslexia friendly font. BorrowBox has adjustable text spacing (e.g. narrow, normal &amp; wide). Libby has a &ldquo;define&rdquo; feature, allowing you to see the meaning of a word within the text.</span></p>
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<h3><span style="font-size: 18pt;">eAudiobooks</span></h3>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">eAudiobooks are available to library members via <a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/digital-content/digital-resources/digital-library">BorrowBox</a> and <a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/digital-content/digital-resources/digital-library">uLibrary</a> to be downloaded to a smart device. The play speed of eAudiobooks can be made faster or slower based on the user&rsquo;s personal preference. This feature may benefit those with hearing or mental difficulties who may need more time to interpret audio.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Books</span></h3>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">All libraries stock a range of titles in large print, both fiction and information books. At Sutton Library the large print is located on the ground floor. Dictionaries, the Bible and a larger selection of information books are available.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Audiobooks</span></h3>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Audiobooks are available in all our libraries. Titles include popular fiction, crime, thrillers, sagas, classics, biographies, travel, humour, etc. On CDs &amp; MP3 format. Audio books can be borrowed free of charge if you are visually impaired or have another disability or condition which makes it difficult for you to read print. Please ask for your membership to be updated.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Digtial Newspapers and Magazines</span></h3>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/digital-content/digital-resources/digital-library">PressReader</a>, free for library members, features publications from up to 60 countries and 18 languages. Sections of text can be highlighted for easier reading. There is audio narration available from text. Publications can be presented as was printed, in a screen friendly format and/or full screen. And &ldquo;SmartZoom&rdquo; allows automatic zoom in to the start of an article. <a href="https://libraries.sutton.gov.uk/digital-content/digital-resources/digital-library">Libby, by Overdrive</a> provides digital magazines with can be scaled in text size and has different colour modes (bright, sepia and dark) for a more comfortable reading experience.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Housebound Library Service</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Our housebound service volunteers deliver library books to Sutton residents who have difficulty getting to or accessing their local library, including those who are vulnerable and/or socially isolated. To apply for the Housebound Library Service, contact by telephone: 020 8770 5000.</span></p>
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<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Computers</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">All libraries have computers for use. The internet and word processing are available. Most libraries have a PC with an enhanced screen, scanner and software which makes computers accessible to those with a visual impairment. Please contact your local library for further information and availability. </span><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Computers are available to use in all libraries and give access to the internet. Most libraries have a PC with an enhanced screen and scanner. Supernova, which makes computers accessible to visually impaired people, is available at some libraries.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Whitehall Historic House Audio Description Guide and Visual Guide</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="http://vocaleyes.co.uk/whitehall-historic-house-new-audio-descriptive-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Experience Whitehall Historic House through audio description with our brand new guide</a>. Explore the fascinating Grade II* listed Whitehall Historic House in Cheam, Sutton, with this comprehensive audio-descriptive guide co-designed with&nbsp;<a href="https://vocaleyes.co.uk/about/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Vocal Eyes</a> for visitors with visual impairments. Ask a member of staff or a volunteer at our front desk. Also available online via <a href="http://vocaleyes.co.uk/whitehall-historic-house-new-audio-descriptive-guide/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">VocalEyes</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://soundcloud.com/vocaleyesad/sets/whitehall-historic-house" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Soundcloud</a>.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">There is also a <a href="https://whitehallmuseum.files.wordpress.com/2021/07/whitehall-visual-guide-social-story.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">visual guide</a> available which allows visitors to be introduced to the experience of the building in their own time before visiting the physical space itself.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Library services for visually impaired people</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Libraries in Sutton are committed to extending and improving access to their services. For example, a print magnification device is available in libraries.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Sensory Sacks</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">For visitors of Whitehall Historic House with Special Education Needs and Disabilities and their families and carers, Sensory Sacks are designed to support the experience of visitors with sensory needs. Our sensory sacks include:&nbsp;</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Ear defenders</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Fidget toys</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 18pt;">A spotters&rsquo; guide and puppets</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Available to borrow free of charge from the museum&rsquo;s front desk.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Our partners at <a href="https://www.h2hsensorytheatre.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Head2Head Sensory Theatre</a> present the <a href="https://youtu.be/v6poNEYvY1c" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sensory Sacks in a friendly video</a>, as well as an <a href="https://youtu.be/Ju3YvSSiYdc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">introduction to Whitehall Historic House</a>.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Children's services</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">eBooks and eAudiobooks are available for children through My Library App. Children are welcome to watch our rhymetimes and storytimes, which are online until further notice.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">VIP Library Group</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">A friendly informal group meets bi-monthly at Sutton to talk about books. It provides an opportunity to borrow new audio books and to chat to others with a visual impairment. Refreshments are provided. For more information contact Sutton Library: 020 8770 5000.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Assistive technology</span></h2>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">CCTV print magnifier - Sutton, Cheam and Wallington Libraries have one available. This enlarges text for easier viewing.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>

Accessibility

policies

<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Please see below policies applicable to Sutton Libraries.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Libraries%20-%20Conditions%20of%20Use.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sutton Libraries Conditions of Use</a></span></p>
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<li><a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Library%20Byelaws.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Sutton Libraries Byelaws</span></a></li>
<li>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://www.sutton.gov.uk/w/privacy-notice-and-data-protection" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Privacy Notice and Data Protection Policy</a> (<a href="https://www.sutton.gov.uk/info/200436/customer_services/1947/privacy_notice_and_data_protection/11" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sutton Libraries</a>)</span></p>
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<li>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/London%20Borough%20of%20Sutton%20-%20Poster%20Display%20Guidelines.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Poster Display Guidelines</a></span></p>
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<li>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Libraries%20-%20Borrowing%20Allowances.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Borrowing Allowances</a></span></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://cdn.evbuc.com/eventlogos/104589101/culturalservicesprivacypolicy-1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Events Privacy Statement</a></span></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Libraries'%20Fees%20&amp;%20Charges%20202526.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sutton Libraries Fees &amp; Charges 2025/26&nbsp;</a></span></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Sutton%20Libraries%20Student%20Charter%202022_23.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Student Charter</a></span></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/LBS_Cultural_Services_Venue Hire Agreement ______(Please Make a Copy)______April 2025.docx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Venue Hire Agreement</a></span></p>
</li>
<li>
<p><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Cookie%20Consent%20Policy%20-%20London%20Borough%20of%20Sutton.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cookie Policy</a></span></p>
</li>
<li><a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/custom/web/content/Self%20Access%20-%20Terms%20and%20Conditions%20of%20Use%20(1).pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">Self Access - Terms and Conditions</span></a></li>
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