sunbob Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 (edited) I've just received this announcement from Barclays Bank: 'we're now visiting East Dulwich Library every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 10am to 5pm (closed 1pm to 1.30pm). Although there's no cash service, we can help you with your everyday banking needs. You can just drop in for a chat when we're open, or search 'Barclays branch finder' to get directions or to book an appointment. Your Barclays team' I imagine they mean Dulwich library. Hope this is useful to someone. Thank you for checking branch finder. I've changed the name of the thread to say Grove Vale Library. Edited October 2, 2023 by sunbob New information 1 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutOfFocus Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 Branch finder says "The Library, 18-22 Grove Vale East Dulwich SE22 8EF" Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1640824 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynne Posted October 2, 2023 Share Posted October 2, 2023 They could have helped me far more with my "everyday banking needs" by keeping the LL branch open 2 1 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1640846 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynne Posted October 3, 2023 Share Posted October 3, 2023 No sign of them at Grove Vale this morning Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1640902 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzer Posted October 3, 2023 Share Posted October 3, 2023 Well if they didn't show then as has been pointed out earlier I guess they mean the library at the Plough. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1640918 Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutOfFocus Posted October 3, 2023 Share Posted October 3, 2023 Actually that sounds more plausible. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1640925 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue Posted October 3, 2023 Share Posted October 3, 2023 Wouldn't the libraries know which it is? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1640928 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Castleton Posted October 3, 2023 Share Posted October 3, 2023 I got a text and am not even a customer, never have been Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1640937 Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunbob Posted October 18, 2023 Author Share Posted October 18, 2023 I just received this clarification: "we recently told you we're visiting East Dulwich Library. We're sorry if this caused confusion - we'll be at Grove Vale Library every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 10am to 5pm (closed 1pm to 1.30pm). Although there's no cash service, we can help you with your everyday banking needs. You can just drop in for a chat when we're open, or search 'Find Barclays' to get directions or to book an appointment. Your Barclays team" Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1642622 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmacca1 Posted October 18, 2023 Share Posted October 18, 2023 Hello,, I also assumed it was the library at the plough ? Dont know where the Grove vale library is? Is it by the East dulwich station , I think Grove vale is opposite but no idea where the library is? Any pointers . Thanks 1 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1642669 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froglander Posted October 18, 2023 Share Posted October 18, 2023 The library is right next to Marks & Spencer at East Dulwich Station. Grove Vale is the name of that road. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1642673 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue Posted October 18, 2023 Share Posted October 18, 2023 3 hours ago, Froglander said: The library is right next to Marks & Spencer at East Dulwich Station. Grove Vale is the name of that road. The library is round the corner of M&S, down a little side road (I think the road is called Railway Rise). Its door isn't actually on Grove Vale. It used to be once, but that was when the library was on the other side of the road. It moved. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1642688 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewWave Posted October 19, 2023 Share Posted October 19, 2023 19 hours ago, Sue said: The library is round the corner of M&S, down a little side road (I think the road is called Railway Rise). Its door isn't actually on Grove Vale. It used to be once, but that was when the library was on the other side of the road. It moved. I had no idea there was a library there! Why didn't they choose the library near the plough which is easier to find? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1642779 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted October 20, 2023 Share Posted October 20, 2023 I imagine that you have not lived in ED for long - the new Grove Vale library has been open for some years. I agree Dulwich Library is bigger. They used to have the Police Surgeries there some years ago but there were complaints by users that there was not enough privacy. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1642834 Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutOfFocus Posted October 20, 2023 Share Posted October 20, 2023 49 minutes ago, Pugwash said: but there were complaints by users that there was not enough privacy. Just to confirm it is Grove Vale. Barclays hire a small room beyond the staff desk and the photocopier so that gives reasonable privacy. Is this just a money making scam for the council :-(. I can think of a number of reasons why Grove Vale is preferable to Dulwich (transport of staff, suitable room...) 1 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1642843 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrandNewGuy Posted October 20, 2023 Share Posted October 20, 2023 Well, it's not really a 'scam' is it? Seems a reasonable way for a cash-strapped council to make a few quid. 2 1 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1642847 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted October 20, 2023 Share Posted October 20, 2023 Barclays approached the East Dulwich Community Centre Last year to use their offices but they were not prepared to pay much per day. .Would cost the centre more in running costs i.e heating, cleaning and caretaking. I gather Barclays also contacted the GP surgery near the Library who were prepared to rent out a room. Details of times were advertised but Barclays did not turn up. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1642859 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmacca1 Posted October 20, 2023 Share Posted October 20, 2023 On 18/10/2023 at 22:55, Sue said: The library is round the corner of M&S, down a little side road (I think the road is called Railway Rise). Its door isn't actually on Grove Vale. It used to be once, but that was when the library was on the other side of the road. It moved. Found it , Spot on with your directions . Cheers 1 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1642860 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewWave Posted October 20, 2023 Share Posted October 20, 2023 5 hours ago, Pugwash said: I imagine that you have not lived in ED for long - the new Grove Vale library has been open for some years. I agree Dulwich Library is bigger. They used to have the Police Surgeries there some years ago but there were complaints by users that there was not enough privacy. I've lived in the area for 12 years. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1642872 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froglander Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 On 18/10/2023 at 22:55, Sue said: The library is round the corner of M&S, down a little side road (I think the road is called Railway Rise). Its door isn't actually on Grove Vale. It used to be once, but that was when the library was on the other side of the road. It moved. The address of the library is 18-22 Grove Vale SE22 8EF. There are large vertical pavement mounted letters saying LIBRARY near the corner of Grove vale and Railway Rise. The library is in the same building as M&S and attached at the side. If you walk on the pavement going to M&S or the station then I don’t see how it could be missed. 1 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1643571 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlonaM Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 Can you pay cheques in? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1653453 Share on other sites More sharing options...
alice Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 Maybe not useful to you, but you can paychecks in online now Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1653455 Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlonaM Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 Thanks Alice. I knew you could via the App (which I don't have), but will check my online account to see if it has caught up!! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1653463 Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutOfFocus Posted February 28 Share Posted February 28 I have seen barclays staff in action in the room.... I have a barclays account but it isnt my main account. I wonder if people have found the staff at G V library helpful (I can see positves and negatives between a room in lbrary and a branch), Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1657471 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted February 28 Share Posted February 28 The 3 people I know who have used this facility are full of praise for the Barclay staff and have no concerns about meeting in a room in the library. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/333895-barclays-bank-at-grove-vale-library/#findComment-1657473 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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