Discovery Centres are more than just libraries

Discovery Centres are an exciting new development providing an opportunity for more people to use our wide range of services.

They are modern, welcoming and friendly with a modern library service at the heart of each Discovery Centre,... with books, information, music, DVDs and talking books for all ages and tastes.

There are rooms for community groups and well equipped learning suites. Free internet allows access to the most up to date information. There are areas for children and young people to read, study or just browse and a coffee bar with comfortable seats is a good place to relax or meet friends.

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  Gosport Discovery Centre incorporates Gosport Museum, and the Gosport Gallery, just a short walk away, features exhibitions from national and Hampshire collections, and the Local Studies Centre.

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  Winchester Discovery Centre opened in November 2007 forming part of the new ‘cultural quarter’ of Winchester. It boasts a performance space, with a diverse programme of events,a gallery hosting a wide range of art and heritage exhibitions, while Winchester City Council’s ‘City Space’ provides Winchester-themed exhibitions.

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  Basingstoke Discovery Centre, in partnership with Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council, is in the planning stages and will bring a new, inclusive dimension to the Festival Place Shopping Centre.