Just a few of the fab displays created by our libraries to celebrate the 2025 #WainwrightPrize which celebrates the best in new nature writing. Pop into your local library to find inspirational nature writing or reserve on our #LibrariesWest catalogue
#StoriesThatConnect
Fuel your child's curiosity about nature, science and history with e:magazines for kids—available to download for free on #BorrowBox with your library card!
Find magazines packed with wild facts, cool discoveries & awesome activities. Inspire learning and adventure! 🌏
Due to essential maintenance work the LibrariesWest website and LibrariesWest app will both be unavailable on Sunday 31 August.
You will still be able to use BorrowBox if you are already signed on to your account on the BorrowBox app or website.
Apologies for any inconvenience.
Our libraries will be closed for the Bank Holiday on Monday.
Stock up on your weekend reads, or download an audiobook or e:book on #Borrowbox to relax with! We'll be back on Tuesday, ready to help you dive into new stories and adventures. Enjoy the long weekend ☀️ 😎
We love to share pictures of our libraries - so coffee break conundrum (don't you just love that word) - where are these libraries? Like and share this post.
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What a fantastic start we've had to the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge - Story Garden. We look forward to families visiting our libraries for some great events, and signing up for Story Garden.
The wait is over! The 2025 Summer Reading Challenge, Story Garden, starts today!
Sign up at your local library, we can't wait to see you 😍
#SummerReadingChallenge#StoryGarden
Tomorrow is Super Sign-Up Saturday!🍀
Join us at your local Dorset Library to kick off the Summer Reading Challenge 2025: Story Garden. 📚
Free fun, magical books, and nature-themed adventures await!
#SummerReadingChallenge#StoryGarden#SuperSignUpSaturday
Have your children enjoyed watching Walking with Dinosaurs on the BBC. Why not pop into your local library to see what Dinosaur books you can find? This is the fab selection available at Lyme Regis Library!
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Did you know? The smallest library in the UK is a converted phone booth that holds around 100 books! Talk about a cosy reading nook! Dorset library buildings come in all sizes - how many have you visited?
#LibraryLove#FunFactFriday#UKLibraries
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