Bath and North East Somerset Libraries

Bath and North East Somerset Libraries B&NES Libraries consists of three council run free access public libraries and one mobile Library Bath & North East Somerset public library service.

We offer free access to books, WIFI, computers, study space and more! Email [email protected]

Looking to make new friends in Midsomer Norton?Drop-in to Friendship Fridays, our relaxed social group for adults. It's ...
02/09/2026

Looking to make new friends in Midsomer Norton?
Drop-in to Friendship Fridays, our relaxed social group for adults. It's a relaxed space to chat, connect and have a go at a wordsearch, crossword or a board game.

Grab a cuppa, everyone is invited.

📅 Friday 4 September, then every other Friday
🕒 2 - 3pm
📍Midsomer Norton Library

Creative Writer Live 2026 comes to Bath Central Library!Join author and coach Dominic Canty for a one-day creative writi...
02/09/2026

Creative Writer Live 2026 comes to Bath Central Library!

Join author and coach Dominic Canty for a one-day creative writing workshop designed to help you write a complete story you're proud of.

📅 Saturday 19 September 2026
📍 Bath Central Library

✅ Practical writing techniques
✅ Expert guidance
✅ Writing exercises and story development
✅ Suitable for beginners, intermediate and experienced writers

Book your place: creative-writer.co.uk

Here's what's happening this September at Midsomer Norton Library!
01/09/2026

Here's what's happening this September at Midsomer Norton Library!

Here's what's happening this September at Keynsham Library!
01/09/2026

Here's what's happening this September at Keynsham Library!

Here's what's happening this September at Bath Central Library!
01/09/2026

Here's what's happening this September at Bath Central Library!

Rare books. Beloved stories. Hidden treasures.📚 Step back into the world of classic children's literature at Bath Librar...
31/08/2026

Rare books. Beloved stories. Hidden treasures.

📚 Step back into the world of classic children's literature at Bath Library's Juvenile Collection Showcase as part of Heritage Open Days 2026.

Discover rare and beautiful editions of beloved stories including Peter Pan, The Borrowers and Andrew Lang's Fairy Books, alongside fascinating children's books, magazines, pamphlets and miniatures dating back to Victorian times.

This collection has not been open to the public for several years, making this a rare opportunity to see these unique treasures up close.

📅 Friday 11 September 2026
⏰ 2pm to 2.45pm
📍 Bath Central Library, The Podium, Bath
🎟️ Free, but booking required

Need a new recycling box, blue bag or food caddy? ♻️You can pick them up from Keynsham Library during opening hours, mak...
30/08/2026

Need a new recycling box, blue bag or food caddy? ♻️

You can pick them up from Keynsham Library during opening hours, making it even easier to recycle at home.

☕ Death Cafe 💬A space to talk openly about death, dying and what matters.Join us for a relaxed and welcoming conversatio...
30/08/2026

☕ Death Cafe 💬

A space to talk openly about death, dying and what matters.

Join us for a relaxed and welcoming conversation in a safe, respectful environment. An opportunity to share thoughts, listen, and connect with others.

📅 Friday 4 September
🕐 1pm - 3pm
📍 Bath Central Library

🎟️ Free event | Booking required

29/08/2026

Children don'thave to read long chapter books to complete the Summer Reading Challenge.

Sharing a joke book ,using a Lego handbook to aid a build, trying a recipe from a cookery book, listening to an audiobook in bed...These are all ways to 'read' together!

Unfortunately, Bath Central Library has been forced to close this afternoon (Saturday 29 August) due to extensive floodi...
29/08/2026

Unfortunately, Bath Central Library has been forced to close this afternoon (Saturday 29 August) due to extensive flooding. We're very sorry for the disruption and inconvenience this may cause. We'll share further updates as soon as we can. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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