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Chelmsford Library Chelmsford Library is based in the heart of Chelmsford. It provides a wealth of services and events.

Come along to Arty Bookworms, a combined storytelling and craft session for the under 5s! 🐛 Join us on Wednesdays, from ...
20/10/2026

Come along to Arty Bookworms, a combined storytelling and craft session for the under 5s! 🐛

Join us on Wednesdays, from 11am to 11:45am for a weekly session both informative and fun, with a book to take away from each session.

This is a free event but booking is required, please only book a place for each child attending, adults don't need to book: https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=365627

Jumpin' jellybeans! It's spooky season at the library👻
19/10/2026

Jumpin' jellybeans! It's spooky season at the library👻

Cosy season is here!🍂 It's finally cosy season so why not curl up with a hot drink and a read (or two!) from our 'Autumn...
15/10/2026

Cosy season is here!🍂

It's finally cosy season so why not curl up with a hot drink and a read (or two!) from our 'Autumn Days' display.

On your marks, get set... bake! 🍰Now that The Great British Bake Off is back on our screens, why not take a slice of ins...
14/10/2026

On your marks, get set... bake! 🍰

Now that The Great British Bake Off is back on our screens, why not take a slice of inspiration home? We've whipped up a display of baking books to help you create your own masterpieces at home. No handshake from Paul guaranteed... but plenty of great recipes!

Ada Lovelace was a remarkable woman whose ideas were far ahead of her time. The daughter of the poet Lord Byron, she is ...
13/10/2026

Ada Lovelace was a remarkable woman whose ideas were far ahead of her time. The daughter of the poet Lord Byron, she is credited with developing the first computer algorithm more than a century before the invention of the modern computer.

Community Dental Service pop-up✨ In support of Mouth Cancer Action Month, Community Dental Service will be having a pop-...
12/10/2026

Community Dental Service pop-up✨
In support of Mouth Cancer Action Month, Community Dental Service will be having a pop-up in the library on Monday 2 November from 10am to 12:30pm. Community Dental Service provides helpful advice and information on maintaining good oral health to prevent mouth cancer and 'Keep Essex Smiling'.
Free event, no booking required. Drop in on the day and pick up a free toothbrush and toothpaste pack.

Looking for your next page-turner?📚 These 'trending online' titles have captured the attention of readers across the UK,...
09/10/2026

Looking for your next page-turner?📚

These 'trending online' titles have captured the attention of readers across the UK, so whether you enjoy gripping thrillers, heartfelt fiction, or thought-provoking stories, there's something waiting for you.
Which title has been your favourite? Let us know in the comments!

This Black History Month, we celebrate the lives, experiences and contributions of Black people who have helped shape Es...
08/10/2026

This Black History Month, we celebrate the lives, experiences and contributions of Black people who have helped shape Essex across generations.

Join us at Chelmsford Library for the Flip into Wonder: Stories and Places festival, a free family event featuring storytelling, author readings, writing and illustration workshops, arts and crafts, dance activities and more.

Saturday 17 October, 10.30am to 4pm at Chelmsford Library.

This event is suitable for families with children of all ages, no booking is required, just turn up and join in the fun! https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=380468

Code Club at North Melbourne Library!🤖 Code Club is a free after school activity which teaches programming skills as wel...
07/10/2026

Code Club at North Melbourne Library!🤖

Code Club is a free after school activity which teaches programming skills as well as problem solving, collaboration, planning and computational thinking skills in 6 weekly sessions aimed at 9 to 13 year olds. Join us every Friday from 4:30pm to 5:30pm (7 to10 year olds) and from 5:30pm to 6:30pm (10 to13 year olds).

This is a free event but booking is required, to book your place please send an email to [email protected] or you can book in person at the library. https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=355149

Address

Market Road
Chelmsford
CM11QH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 10:30am - 1:30pm

Telephone

+443456037628

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