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Story time

Every Saturday at 11am

Yes!!

We are getting ready to relanch our weekly storytime, again.

Starting Saturday 5th September 2026 join us on Saturday mornings at 11am – 11.30am for FREE story readings.

Everyone welcome, just come along

Story time – Grandma’s Locs

With author Karen Arthur

Saturday 24th October at 11am

Join author Karen Arthur who will be hosting storytime to read her book Grandma’s Locs.

Grandma has beautiful locs. Whenever she comes to visit, she wears them in so many wonderful ways! Sometimes they playfully peep out from under her vibrant headscarves. Sometimes they coil into plump bunches that crown her head.

Always, they are soft and warm and full of Grandma’s love. Discover the magical bond between a loving grandma and her curious young grandson in Grandma’s Locs! Join the fun as Grandma shares the stories woven into her locs, showing her grandson how each twist and turn is a celebration of their heritage and love.

Bursting with colourful illustrations and filled with laughter, will inspire children to embrace their unique beauty and the special connections that make family truly magical.

Chasing The Moon with Susan Hayes

Thursday 29th October at 3pm

Join us for a magical moonlit adventure with author Susan Hayes as she shares her enchanting new book: Chasing The Moon.

Susan will take readers on an adventure through the Moon’s mysteries, reading some of the fascinating stories, legends and folklore from the book. Kids can then get creative with a selection of moon-themed colouring and crafting activities. Guaranteed to inspire budding astronomers aged 7+!

Call us on 01273479320 to book your space

Poetry Event with Illustrater Charlotte Workman

Monday 26th October 10.30am – 11.30am

The Loudest Whispers brings together sixty-four pages of illustrated poems exploring the many wonders and worries of childhood. Join illustrator Charlotte Workman who will be reading some poetry from the book followed by an activity where you will learn from an expert and illustrate one of the poems.

This event can be adapted for all ages

Storytime – Bear’s First Christmas

With author Roxana de Rond and illustrator Shelby de Rond

Sunday 13th December at 11.30am

Bear can’t wait to celebrate Christmas with his forest friends this year! There’s just one problem: he hibernates through the winter … The leaves are changing colour, and, this year, Bear has a plan. He is going to stay awake for Christmas Day. Together with Fox, Squirrel, Rabbit and Owl, they start to get ready for the big day. But … Bear is tired! His friends try all sorts of activities to keep him awake, but he is just too sleepy.

How will they give Bear the Christmas he is dreaming of? This gorgeously illustrated picture book from mother and daughter Roxana and Shelby de Rond is bursting with humour, charm and the magic of friendship at Christmastime.

Bags of Books Bingo Reading Challenge

Celebrate the National Year of Reading with the Bags of Books Reading Challenge. Straight, diagonal or horizontal lines, Whatever combination you achive is a winner. Use our card to pick your next book and win prizes as you go. Get a full house and collect a free tote bag.

This incentive is running until the end of the year so you have plenty of time to complete, the challenges are applicable for all ages, fiction and non fiction readers. Pick up your free bingo card in store today.

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