Alderman Lacey Library

A proper local library on Hayling Island that's worth popping into if you're staying at one of the nearby parks. Alderman Lacey Library serves the community with the usual mix of books, computers, and a quiet space to escape the seaside bustle - which actually comes as a relief after a day on the beach. The sort of place where you might grab a paperback for the caravan or let the kids loose in the children's section if the weather turns. It's free to browse, though you'll want to check opening hours before you visit since they vary. Don't expect it to be a day-long destination. Even keen readers will cover what's on offer in an hour, maybe ninety minutes if you're after a proper dig through the shelves. For families staying at Hayling Island Holiday Park or Fishery Creek Touring Park, it's handy on a rainy afternoon or if you need to charge devices and grab something to read. The library sits on the island itself, so you're never far from the water even when you're indoors. If you're after proper cultural attractions, the museums and galleries aren't far away on the mainland, but as a quick pit-stop during a park break? It does the job.