Research resources: Wandsworth Libraries
Whether you're doing research for an essay or working on a passion project, find out about our reference resources below.
Journals and publications
Discover our large collection of academic journals and online publications. As a library member, you can access these resources for free at home or at your library.
Digital reference resources
Whatever topic you're interested in, you can access reliable information from a range of encyclopedias and dictionaries online.
Newspaper records
Interested in history? As a library member, you can access digital archives of newspapers, magazines and more.
Archive services
Discover local history resources and archive support with the Wandsworth Heritage Service based at Battersea Library
Interested in finding out more?
Browse resourcesLocal and family history in Wandsworth
Want to take a trip down memory lane? Discover our local and family history resources and dive into the past.
Ancestry
Wandsworth library members can access the UK's largest family history site for free. (Please note: this can only be accessed in the library.)
Go to Ancestry.co.uk
Find My Past
On this site, all library members can access records, including UK BMDs, Maritime BMDs, Merchant Navy Records, England & Wales censuses.
Go to Findmypast.co.uk
Who's who and who was who?
This website is home to thousands of biographies and you can find information on significant British people past and present since 1897.
Go to UK ukwhoswho.com
Ancestry
Wandsworth library members can access the UK's largest family history site for free. (Please note: this can only be accessed in the library.)
Go to Ancestry.co.uk
Find My Past
On this site, all library members can access records, including UK BMDs, Maritime BMDs, Merchant Navy Records, England & Wales censuses.
Go to Findmypast.co.uk
Who's who and who was who?
This website is home to thousands of biographies and you can find information on significant British people past and present since 1897.
Go to UK ukwhoswho.com
Skill development courses at Wandsworth Libraries
From IT support to career development, discover our skill courses, classes and resources.
What our members say
"I can't thank our local library enough for the fantastic career resources they offer! From up-to-date books to online courses, I found everything I needed for my professional growth."
Timothy Biggs
Library member
Timothy Biggs
Library member
"A massive shoutout to our local library for the awesome UK citizenship test practice resources! The study materials and practice exams were a game-changer, and the librarians made the whole process a breeze."
Maria Barnes
Library member
Maria Barnes
Library member
"Hats off to our amazing local library for the goldmine of resources on local and family history! Our library is a true treasure trove for anyone exploring their history- couldn't be more grateful!"
Rachel Ebbs
Library member
Rachel Ebbs
Library member
