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Surrey Libraries are delivering at least £900,000 of value each year by supporting mental health and wellbeing, according to a groundbreaking new report from national charity Libraries Connected. The research, commissioned by the South East regional network of Libraries Connected and carried out by public policy consultancy Shared Intelligence, uses official government guidance to measure the economic impact … Continue reading
Surrey County Council and Surrey Libraries, in collaboration with Active Surrey, are excited to announce the launch of Borrow Bikes a free bike loaning service via libraries in Chertsey and Ashford. Library members can now visit Chertsey and Ashford Libraries to borrow a free bike, making it easier than ever to explore the beautiful surroundings … Continue reading
Surrey Libraires is holding a Taster Week at Epsom Library to celebrate the completion of its extensive refurbishment. Running from Monday 16 – Saturday 21 June, the week will offer a variety of activities for the whole community to enjoy. Residents are invited to explore the newly transformed library, now a vibrant and modern Library … Continue reading
Surrey County Council is thrilled to announce that Surrey Libraries has been chosen as one of the first of ten libraries across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland to become a pioneering Green Library Hub. This significant initiative is made possible by a substantial grant of £1,215,252 from The National Lottery Community Fund, secured by … Continue reading
The Library Hub Weybridge will be opening its doors in Summer 2025, and residents will have an opportunity to have a preview of what’s planned at a resident engagement event on Friday 6 June between 2pm and 8pm at St James Hall, Weybridge. The new Library Hub in Weybridge will host a mix of services … Continue reading
Construction work is well underway now for the new Library Hub Staines-upon-Thames, situated at the former Decathlon unit in the Elmsleigh Centre. The extensive refurbishment of this former retail outlet into a sizeable community Library Hub, with investment from Surrey County Council, will provide the residents of Spelthorne with a modern, fully accessible and inclusive … Continue reading
Woking Library is holding a Taster Week to celebrate the completion of its extensive refurbishment. Running from January 27 January to 1 February the week will offer a variety of activities for the community to enjoy. Residents are being encouraged to come along and take a look for themselves at the newly refurbished library in … Continue reading
Redhill library is set to re-open next summer in Warwick Quadrant, following a full refurbishment and works to address the Reinforced Autoclaved Concrete (RAAC) discovered in late 2024. The works will ensure all the RAAC issues are resolved, and the full refurbishment will provide a bright, welcoming and modern library. The newly refurbished library will include … Continue reading
Surrey County Council is delighted to announce the successful completion of the 2024 Summer Reading Challenge, a national initiative that Surrey Libraries participates in each year to support children to read over the summer holidays. This year’s challenge saw an incredible turnout, with over 500 events and activities designed to foster a love of reading … Continue reading
Libraries across Surrey will be buzzing with a whole host of activities and events during Green Libraries Week this week, celebrating a commitment to the environment and sustainability in every Surrey Library. What’s New? A total of four ‘Libraries of Things’ will now be open for borrowing useful household items from, Surrey has just signed … Continue reading
Everyone is invited to visit their local Surrey library, with the launch of Surrey County Council’s ‘It’s My Library’ promotional campaign. Some of our biggest libraries have significant and exciting building projects underway that will continue into 2025. We are ensuring that they are great places for all residents to use year-round. Every library provides … Continue reading
Transforming local arts provision & increasing creative career pathways for young people A new place-based partnership, including Surrey County Council, Spelthorne Borough Council, Ashford Youth Club and Artswork, have been successful in securing £399,000 from Arts Council England towards a new ‘Culture Hub’ in Staines-upon-Thames in Surrey. The two-year project aims to bridge the gap … Continue reading
Surrey Libraries are embracing the Summer Reading Challenge this year, with the creative theme from the Reading Agency ‘Marvellous Makers’ and plenty of varied activities to inspire young minds taking place. Launched in every Surrey Library on Saturday 6th July, children are invited to express themselves in creative ways, to tap into a world of … Continue reading
Epsom Library is being transformed as part of Surrey Libraries modernisation programme and residents are invited to drop in to give their views at the library on Tuesday 9th July from 10am to 4pm. This is an opportunity to meet library staff, hear more about the improvements and give feedback on the designs for the … Continue reading
An exciting competition kicked off across Surrey on the 1st June to encourage young people to celebrate ancient trees and have their artwork featured in a new children’s book, ‘The Thousand Year Tree’. Children aged between 4 and 11 years are encouraged to head to their local Surrey library to pick up a template and … Continue reading
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