New Wellington library and register office opens

The new look, state of the art library will include thousands of volumes of new stock for all ages, tastes and abilities and 19 computers with free internet and Wi-Fi access for all library members. Self service is also available making borrowing and returning books even simpler.

Quiet study space is also available as well as community areas for a range of activities and interests – community history, special areas for children and young people and meeting rooms for hire.

Also based at the new Wellington Civic & Leisure Centre is the Register Office. The venue will provide an attractive and appealing location for families across the borough to complete their registration events including: the registration of births, deaths and marriages; completion of legal notices of marriage and civil partnerships; burial Services; citizenship ceremonies and family history searches.

Those who use the Register Officer for family events can also share their memories with relatives and friends around the globe. Internet links and DVDs are available for those wanting to include friends or relatives who are unable to attend their special event.

Councillor Richard Overton, Deputy Leader with special responsibility for Borough Towns Development, said:

“The new centre really is fantastic, offering a wide range of facilities at the very heart of Wellington.

“The new Register Office also includes a peaceful walled garden which creates the perfect atmosphere for any family occasion.

“It is easily accessible for all visitors and I am sure that this new facility will be a popular asset to the local community.”