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When will Rhymetime, Wiggles and Jiggles, and other activities for babies and children start? | Are there any craft activities we can do at home instead? | Can I come and finish the puzzle I was doing or read the newspaper like I used to? | When can I come in for Knit and Natter? | Can my children do the Summer Reading Challenge this year? | Can I use the computer/printer/scanner? | Can I request music scores? | Is the Heritage Library open? | Why is the service so limited?

When will Rhymetime, Wiggles and Jiggles, and other activities for babies and children start?

We're keen to re-start our programme of activities as soon as we can. We're monitoring the situation with Covid-19 and will only re-start these activities when it's absolutely safe to do so.


Are there any craft activities we can do at home instead?

Yes! We've been sharing videos of different crafts which can all be done with household materials! You can find these on the Crafts page.


Can I come and finish the puzzle I was doing or read the newspaper like I used to?

Sorry, but you won't be able to do any puzzles or read newspapers and magazines in the library for now. This will be reviewed in the future. We do offer digital newspapers and magazines to library members. Find out more on the Virtual Library.


When can I come in for Knit and Natter?

We can't host any activities in library at the moment so Knit and Natter won't be running for now. We will review this in the future and reinstate it when it's safe to do so.


Can I use the computer/printer/scanner?

Computer access is available in all libraries, along with printing and photocopying services.


Can I request music scores?

No, this service is not currently available but we will review and re-instate this in the future.


Is the Heritage Library open?

The Heritage Library is not currently open but this will be reviewed and we will re-open when it's safe to do so.


Why is the service so limited?

The health and safety of our staff and customers is our main priority at the moment. We are following local and national guidelines for the safe re-opening of libraries and introducing services gradually.


Page last updated: 19th October 2021