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Let’s Bring Reading Back to Life
Across the UK, fewer people are picking up books — but together, we can turn the page. Passion is the spark that reignites a love of reading. When stories connect with the things we care about — our hobbies, our fandoms, our local pride — reading becomes exciting again. That’s the spirit behind the National…
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Discover Something New — For Free!
For a limited time, Lechlade Community Library and Tourist Information Centre is offering free audiobook loans. Whether you’re walking, commuting, or relaxing at home, audiobooks make it easy to enjoy reading in a whole new way. Explore the collection and find your next favourite listen for free. Ready to press play?
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The State of Adult Reading in 2025:
What It Means for Our Community The State of the Nation’s Adult Reading: 2025 Report – The Reading Agency The latest national research into adult reading habits reveals an encouraging yet complex picture. More adults across the UK are reading — but many still don’t see themselves as “readers.” For libraries, this presents both an…
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Calling All Young Writers!
The Royal Mint Museum is hosting a Short Story Competition for 7–11-year-olds! Write a story about GOLD (up to 500 words) for a chance to win:– A gold coin– £5,000 for your school or local library– Your story illustrated by an artist! Entries open 16 February – 17 April 2026. Don’t miss this golden opportunity!Find…
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Jigsaws at the Library
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Find Support
For too many people, January is the coldest, loneliest and most challenging time of the year. As well as taking its toll on mental health this long, dark month can be financially difficult and many households face the stark choice between heating and eating. Warm Welcome Week will shine a colourful light on the joy,…
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Warm Welcome Week
We’re proudly supporting #WarmWelcomeWeek this January, helping everyone find a place of warmth, connection, and friendship close to home. Join us in celebrating the kindness and community happening in #WarmWelcomeSpaces across the UK. https://www.warmwelcome.uk/warm-welcome-week
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Warm, Welcome Space
Lechlade Community Library and Tourist Information Centre is a registered warm, welcome space. You are welcome to come in, use our facilities, or just sit for a while.
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Lechlade Library
Pop in to the library to have a go at this festive quiz! It’s FREE for all children.
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Friends of Lechlade Community Library
The Friends of Lechlade Community Library are key to our survival. Our grant from Gloucestershire County Council is £12,000 per annum, just £1,000 per month. But our running costs are around £15,000 – £16,000 annually, and these will probably increase over the coming years due to inflation. We have to cover the shortfall on running…