The Friends of Princetown Library

The Friends of Princetown Library The Friends of Princetown Library is a community group set up to help support the work of the library service and promote the library within the local area

01/08/2026

For those of you who didn't know or for those of you who weren't sure, here's a handy reminder of the opening times for Princetown Library

Opening times

Monday 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm (2 hours)
Wednesday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (2 hours)
Saturday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (2 hours)

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11/07/2026

Princetown Business Network
- Evening Networking
Join us at Tor Royal Farm, Princetown — Tuesday 14th July, 6:30pm

Join us for an evening of relaxed networking, engaging conversation, and local insight at Tor Royal Farm, Tor Royal Lane, Princetown on Tuesday 14th July at 6:30pm. Set in the heart of Dartmoor, this gathering offers a warm, informal space to meet fellow professionals, share ideas, and build meaningful connections within our vibrant local area.

You’ll have the chance to exchange experiences, discover new opportunities, and learn more about the people and businesses shaping our community. Whether you’re hoping to grow your network, spark collaborations, or simply enjoy good company in a unique setting, this event provides an inviting way to unwind after the working day.

We’d love to welcome you and help you make new connections that continue long after the evening ends.


📅 Tuesday, 14th July 2026
📍 Venue: Tor Royal Farm, Tor Royal Lane, Princetown
🕡 Time: 6:30pm
🚗 Parking: Free
We look forward to seeing you there!

Warm regards,

Helen and the team
Princetown Business Network

11/07/2026

What is The Summer Book Quest? 🤔🏝️🥇

It’s a special reading adventure that encourages children to find joy in reading by tracking what they read and participate in activities to earn stickers. And, when they complete the quest, they receive a special prize!

Who's The Summer Book Quest for?

The Summer Book Quest is designed for children aged 4-12. They can join in throughout the summer holidays. The quest launches tomorrow on 11th July and runs to 12th September. So there’s plenty of time to complete it!

Join The Summer Book Quest tomorrow at your local library! 💚

11/07/2026

Here at Princetown Library we are more than ready for The Book Quest to begin.

All you need to do is sign up.

It is FREE to join, come and sign up today.

it's an adventure the children will want to be on

The Book Quest is aimed at children age 4-11 to introduce them to the fascinating world of books.

Books used are:-

Isodora Moon Has a Sleepover - Harriet Muncaster
The River of Adventures - Enid Blyton
Warp - Eoin Colfer
Tom Gates Temendous Tales - Liz Pichon Limited
Space Boy - David Walliams
Soccer Stories - Lew Freimark
The Smeds and The Smoos - Julia Donaldson
The Three Frilly Goats Gruff
Mr Monkey - Linda Chapman
Horrid Henry's Underpants - Francesa Simon (Early Reader)
Dick Whittington Gets On His Bike - Ellen Weeks
Flash and the Butterfly -Jill Atkins

With many more kids books in the library & not on display

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Looking for work in Princetown, check out the opportunities at the new Gather and Moor experience opening this summer
12/06/2026

Looking for work in Princetown, check out the opportunities at the new Gather and Moor experience opening this summer

The The Friends of Princetown Library are running the book stall at Meavy Oak Fair again this year. If you have any book...
20/05/2026

The The Friends of Princetown Library are running the book stall at Meavy Oak Fair again this year. If you have any books you would like to donate please drop them into Princetown Library before June 20th.

All funds raised at the fair will go to support materials and activities at Princetown Library

20/05/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who took part in Encounters Shop Princetown during Winter 2025/26 💛

We’re now moving into the next phase of the project and whether you were involved in the shop or are completely new to it, we’d love you to come along and be part of the conversation. Everyone is welcome!

✨ What if… What next for Princetown? ✨
Join us at the Princetown Community Centre from 22–24 May, 11am–4pm to explore the emerging story for the future of Princetown.

Come along to:
• Explore ideas and aspirations already shared
• Add your voice to the emerging story
• Meet others and spark new connections
• Help shape what comes next for Princetown

Drop in anytime — even for a short visit. Every voice matters.

📍 Princetown Community Centre
📅 22–24 May
⏰ 11am–4pm

If there’s anything we can do to support you to attend, please get in touch: [email protected]

Find out more: www.princetownvision.co.uk/what-next-for-princetown

Address

Princetown Community Centre
Princetown
PL206QE

Opening Hours

Monday 2pm - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 12pm
Friday 9am - 12pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm

Telephone

+441822890370

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