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Monday 9am - 5:30pm Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm Wednesday 9am - 7pm Thursday 9am - 5:30pm Friday 9am - 5:30pm Saturday 9am - 5pm Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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01/09/2026

Never written a story before, or not sure how to start? This Saturday, join this relaxed hour-long workshop for writers aged 7 to 11 that’s all about kick-starting ideas and growing your confidence. Whether you love writing or you’re new to it, you’ll have fun with creative writing games and hands-on activities.

This workshop is part of Colchester Library’s autumn creative writing programme for young writers. This series of workshops for writers aged 7 to 11 and 12 to 17 takes a fun, hands-on approach, led by creative writing tutor Daisy Jones.

Each session stands alone, so you can come to just one, or as many as you like. All materials are provided and no previous writing experience is required – just bring your imagination! All workshops are free, but places are limited and booking is essential.

Click here to book your place:
https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=372551

31/08/2026

Our much loved Baby and Toddler Rhymetimes will be back in Colchester Library from next week!

We'll be in the Children's Library at 10:15am and 11:15am on Mondays and Wednesdays to share some songs and laughter.

Suitable for ages 5 and under, no need to pre book, just come along and join our free session.

Just remember to pack your head, shoulders, knees and toes!

For more information, follow this link:
https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=366758

30/08/2026

The Katharine Project will have its first ever pop up at Wivenhoe Library on Tuesday 1 September 👑

Drop in from 2pm to 4pm for our free, interactive pop-up. Whether you’re a history buff, a theatre lover, or just popping in to change your books, stop by, say hello, and get a sneak peek of a project proudly made here in East Anglia.

For more details, follow this link:
https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=354815

29/08/2026

Loving the summer of music we're enjoing in Colchester?

Why not swing by our Music section, we've got an extensive collection of sheet music for you to chose from, as well as some cracking non-fiction novels about a whole host of your favourite artists. Who says kids are the only ones who can Read to the Beat? 🎸

28/08/2026

Everyone is Reading to the Beat this summer in Colchester!

Don't worry, there's still time to join and complete your Summer Reading Challenge, as we officially wrap it up on September 5th🎺

Who knows which library this is? Guess in the comments! 🧐

27/08/2026

The library is in full bloom. Sit down and enjoy your next read in our calm space. Thank you Sarah for putting together this beautiful floral display!💐

26/08/2026

We have had such a blast making musical instruments and practising our poetry with you all this summer! 🎷

It's our last session today, so come along to make a tambourine, and write some blackout poetry.

For more information, click here:
https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=361717

25/08/2026

Last chance to pre-book for our Explore Learning Maths Wizards and Jungle Jam, tomorrow at Colchester Library!

From 11:30 to 12:30 , they will run their Jungle Jam! This song-writing workshop has been designed for children aged 5 to 11. Explore Learning tutors will coach children to develop their story-writing skills through a series of challenges and puzzles. By the end of the hour, they will have created a magical story for a young book bee who needed their own unique story.

From 13:00 to 14:00, its time for the Maths Wizards! Suitable for ages 5 to 9 years. This workshop will take children through the steps to becoming a maths whiz(ard). Starting with 2, 5 and 10 times tables, and then progress to their 3, 4, 6, and 8s. When they graduate, they’ll be masters of up to 12 times tables as well!

For more information, follow this link:
https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=358743 - Jungle Jam

https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=358745 - Maths Wizards

24/08/2026

It has been exactly 20 years since Pluto was demoted to a dwarf planet, and we're still heartbroken at Colchester Library 🪐

Our cuddly friends are reminiscing by exploring our space books! If you want to learn more secrets of the universe, stop by and have a look at our astronomy section for both small and big readers! 🌠

Address

21 Trinity Square
Colchester
CO11JB

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+443456037628

Website

http://libraries.essex.gov.uk/, https://libraries.essex.gov.uk/events/location/colchester

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