West Berkshire Libraries

West Berkshire Libraries Our mission is to enrich people’s lives by providing free access to reading, information, advice, learning and culture.

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Where did your family live in years gone by? What jobs did they do? What was life like for previous generations of your ...
12/09/2026

Where did your family live in years gone by? What jobs did they do? What was life like for previous generations of your ancestors? Find out more with our e-resources, including Ancestry and the British Newspaper Archive, which are free for West Berkshire Libraries members to use whenever you visit our libraries.

https://www.westberks.gov.uk/elibrary

Celebrate Roald Dahl Day with Newbury Library TODAY Saturday 12 September, 10am–12pm! Drop in for an Enormous Crocodile ...
12/09/2026

Celebrate Roald Dahl Day with Newbury Library TODAY Saturday 12 September, 10am–12pm!

Drop in for an Enormous Crocodile craft session and a dramatic reading to honour the beloved children's author. This event is completely free with no registration needed—just turn up and join the fun.

For more information: [email protected] | 01635 519900

Follow the Gruffalo Trail at Hungerford Library! Come along TODAY, Friday 11 September, from 2.30pm to 5pm, or Saturday ...
11/09/2026

Follow the Gruffalo Trail at Hungerford Library! Come along TODAY, Friday 11 September, from 2.30pm to 5pm, or Saturday 12 September, from 10.30am to 12pm, for a wonderful family event celebrating the publication of The Gruffalo Granny and the end of the Summer Reading Challenge.

In a special joint venture between Hungerford Library and Hungerford Bookshop, little explorers can hunt for hidden Gruffalo characters across both venues, listen to brilliant stories, and join in all the fun!

For more information: [email protected] | 01488 682660. 🐾📚🐾

Would you like to join a book group or start one of your own? Come along to Newbury Library for Book Club Day, TODAY Fri...
11/09/2026

Would you like to join a book group or start one of your own? Come along to Newbury Library for Book Club Day, TODAY Friday 11 September from 10am to 12pm.

Discover local book groups, explore our collection of book club sets, find out which titles are available to borrow, and learn how the library can support your readin

For more information: [email protected] or visit www.westberks.gov.uk/libraries.

Join us for a slice of cake and a cuppa at Thatcham Library on Friday 25 September from 10am to 12pm for our Macmillan C...
10/09/2026

Join us for a slice of cake and a cuppa at Thatcham Library on Friday 25 September from 10am to 12pm for our Macmillan Coffee Morning! Hosted by Friends of Thatcham Library, it is a brilliant chance to catch up with neighbours, do your bit for better cancer care, and support people living with cancer.

For more details: 01635 866049. Hope to see you there! ☕🍰

Join us at Newbury Library for an Author Chat with journalist Joe Luc Barnes as he discusses his new book, Farewell to R...
10/09/2026

Join us at Newbury Library for an Author Chat with journalist Joe Luc Barnes as he discusses his new book, Farewell to Russia: A Journey Through the Former USSR!
Drawing on years of travel and reporting, Joe will share stories exploring life after independence, the enduring Soviet legacy, and Russia’s ongoing influence across the region. The talk will be followed by an audience Q&A and a book signing session!

Friday 18 September, 12.30pm – 1.30pm

Book your spot online today: https://tinyurl.com/wberkslibraries51

Bring your little ones along to Newbury Library TOMORROW, Thursday 10 September from 4-5pm for a wonderful Gruffalo Stor...
09/09/2026

Bring your little ones along to Newbury Library TOMORROW, Thursday 10 September from 4-5pm for a wonderful Gruffalo Storytime!

Enjoy listening to the classic Gruffalo tale as well as the brand-new Gruffalo Granny story, followed by some fun interactive activities.

Suitable for children aged 9 and under, though all ages are very welcome. 📚✨
For more information: 01635 519900 | email [email protected]

Get ready for your next great read! Our September Instant Access titles are now available on BorrowBox.Dive into the eAu...
09/09/2026

Get ready for your next great read! Our September Instant Access titles are now available on BorrowBox.

Dive into the eAudiobook 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' by Douglas Adams or download the eBook 'The Midnight Library' by Matt Haig.

No waiting, no queues—just instant reading. Head over to the BorrowBox app now to borrow your copies today! 📚🎧

https://westberkshire.borrowbox.com/

Thank you to Paul Forsey for visiting Newbury Library last Thursday for an interesting local history talk. We loved hea...
08/09/2026

Thank you to Paul Forsey for visiting Newbury Library last Thursday for an interesting local history talk. We loved hearing about the creation of the mosaic and the audience described the talk as 'informative, insightful and thought-provoking'.

Thank you to all the attendees as well for their excellent questions!

Celebrate Roald Dahl Day with Newbury Library on Saturday 12 September, 10am–12pm! Drop in for an Enormous Crocodile cra...
08/09/2026

Celebrate Roald Dahl Day with Newbury Library on Saturday 12 September, 10am–12pm! Drop in for an Enormous Crocodile craft session and a dramatic reading to honour the beloved children's author. This event is completely free with no registration needed—just turn up and join the fun.

For more information: [email protected] | 01635 519900.

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