Last updated June 2026
Gonville Library is a branch of the Whanganui District Library network, located at 44 Abbot Street in the Gonville suburb of Whanganui. It provides book borrowing, community programmes and library access for Gonville and surrounding southern suburbs, sharing the same catalogue and membership system as the main Davis Library. The branch operates Monday to Saturday with free entry for all visitors and free membership for Whanganui District residents. Items can be requested and transferred between branches across the network.
Practical Information
| Address | 44 Abbot Street, Gonville, Whanganui |
| Hours | Monday–Friday 9:00am–5:00pm, Saturday 9:00am–2:00pm; closed Sundays and public holidays |
| Cost | Free entry; free membership for district residents; library card required to borrow |
| Phone | 06 349 3131 |
| Parking | Street parking on Abbot Street |
| Facilities | General lending collection, children’s area, venue hire, coffee available on site |
About Gonville Library
Gonville Library serves the residential suburb of Gonville as part of the Whanganui District Library network. It is one of several suburban branches that extend library services beyond the city centre, offering convenient local access for residents in the south-west area of Whanganui.
The branch holds a general lending collection of fiction, non-fiction and children’s titles. As with all branches, items not on the shelf can be requested and transferred from other locations in the network. Library cards are free for Whanganui District residents and work across every branch, including the main Davis Library in Pukenamu Queens Park and the specialist Alexander Heritage & Research Library.
Gonville Library also hosts regular community programmes and events, particularly for children and families. A café is available on site, providing an additional community space alongside the lending and reading areas. The library shares its building with Gonville Health, reflecting its role as a local hub.
Where to Learn More
Whanganui District Library — Where we are: current hours, contact details and membership information for Gonville and all other branches.
Whanganui District Council — Libraries: overview of the council-funded library network and its suburban branches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Gonville Library’s opening hours?
Monday to Friday 9:00am–5:00pm, Saturday 9:00am–2:00pm. Closed Sundays and public holidays.
Where is Gonville Library?
At 44 Abbot Street in Gonville, Whanganui, roughly 3 kilometres south-west of the city centre.
Is Gonville Library free?
Yes — entry is free. Membership is free for Whanganui District residents and a library card is required only to borrow items.
Can I use my library card from Davis Library at Gonville?
Yes — one library card works across the entire Whanganui District Library network, including Gonville, Davis Library, Alexander Heritage & Research Library and all other branches.
Can I return books from Davis Library at Gonville?
Yes — items can be returned to any branch in the Whanganui District Library network regardless of where they were borrowed.
Does Gonville Library have a café?
Yes — coffee is available at Gonville Library as well as at the main Davis Library.
Does Gonville Library host events?
Yes — regular programmes and events, especially for children and families, take place at the branch. Check the library website or Facebook page for current listings.
What Visitors Often Say
Local users appreciate the convenient suburban location and friendly staff who make borrowing and returning items straightforward. Families value the children’s programmes and the welcoming atmosphere for regular visits.
Visitors note the practical addition of on-site coffee and the ease of using the shared network card, allowing seamless access to the wider collection without travelling to the city centre.
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