Retford Library

Retford Library Library

Our next season of Adventures in Music starts this September! 🍂Did your little one enjoy Reading to the Beat for the Sum...
02/09/2026

Our next season of Adventures in Music starts this September! 🍂

Did your little one enjoy Reading to the Beat for the Summer Reading Challenge? Keep the rhythm going with a magical musical adventure at your nearest library 📚🎶

These sessions use rhythm, music, and movement to develop children's language skills, spark their imagination and build their confidence in exploring and making music 🥁

From mermaid cities to monster mountains, these sessions are suitable for 2-5 year olds and will explore a different imaginative world each week. Children are free to clap, stomp, shake, dance and sing!💃🎵

Available at the following libraries:
Beeston - from Thursday 10 September
Carlton - from Thursday 10 September
Carlton Hill - from Wednesday 9 September
Hucknall - from Tuesday 8 September
Retford - from Thursday 10 September
Stapleford - from Monday 7 September

🎟️ £30 for 10 weeks
🕙 45 minutes per session
Booking link in comments 👇

Once again a big thank you to everyone who attended our craft sessions during the holidays.Here are some photos from our...
02/09/2026

Once again a big thank you to everyone who attended our craft sessions during the holidays.

Here are some photos from our Bell Battle Baton activity!

Service disruption - Network outages countywide 📢We are currently experiencing issues with the internet connection at li...
01/09/2026

Service disruption - Network outages countywide 📢

We are currently experiencing issues with the internet connection at libraries across the county. This is impacting our public PCs, staff PCs and self-service kiosks. We hope to be back online shortly, and apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Stay up to date with disruptions at inspireculture.org.uk/service-disruption

Heritage Talk: Old OccupationsRetford LibrarySaturday 12 September, 1:30pmFREE for Heritage Open DaysInspire Libraries h...
01/09/2026

Heritage Talk: Old Occupations
Retford Library
Saturday 12 September, 1:30pm
FREE for Heritage Open Days

Inspire Libraries have a variety of records to help you discover more about your ancestors’ working lives. These include trade directories, local newspapers, census returns and more. Join one of our local history librarians as they explore occupation records from the Retford area, giving hints and tips on where to find them and how to interpret them.

Limited places, booking essential.
Visit inspireculture.org.uk/heritage

Tickets are also available by phone via Ask Inspire on 01623 677 200 or in person at the library.

Maths doesn't have to be scary with Inspire Learning ! 😅Our FREE online GCSE Maths for adults course starts next week ➕➖...
01/09/2026

Maths doesn't have to be scary with Inspire Learning ! 😅

Our FREE online GCSE Maths for adults course starts next week ➕➖✖️➗

Learn from the comfort of your own home, alongside a small class of peers who share the same aims 🏠

You'll be taught by friendly, knowledgeable tutors who can offer personalised support and guidance, and who can help you to overcome any worries and apprehensions you might have.

Get qualified with Inspire Learning, and unlock your full career potential 🤩

Head to https://bit.ly/4y8c4mb to find out more and enrol today!

A reminder that all Nottinghamshire Libraries and Ask Inspire will be CLOSED today (Monday 31 August) for the Bank Holid...
31/08/2026

A reminder that all Nottinghamshire Libraries and Ask Inspire will be CLOSED today (Monday 31 August) for the Bank Holiday 🏖️

Ask Inspire will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 1 September. We look forward to welcoming you back when we reopen! Check your local library opening times at inspireculture.org.uk/ourlibraries

We hope you're having a great weekend!

August Bank Holiday ClosureAll Nottinghamshire Libraries and Ask Inspire will be CLOSED on Monday 31 August 2026. Retfor...
31/08/2026

August Bank Holiday Closure

All Nottinghamshire Libraries and Ask Inspire
will be CLOSED on Monday 31 August 2026.

Retford Library will reopen on
Tuesday 1st September at 9:00.

Have you heard? Our Inspire Poetry Festival programme is live NOW! 🎉Join us this September for a week of wonderful words...
29/08/2026

Have you heard? Our Inspire Poetry Festival programme is live NOW! 🎉

Join us this September for a week of wonderful words, celebrating the power of poetry through performances, workshops, sharing sessions and more around Nottinghamshire. Whether you're a seasoned poet, new to the world of poetry or somewhere in between, here's some events to look out for...

⭐ Sit Down with the Social Model Writers at Beeston Library
Social Model Writers are a collective of disabled writers who perform together. Come along, take part, listen to and share poetry led by them - everyone is welcome. This is a hybrid event, taking place in person and via Zoom.

⭐ Five Leaves New Poetry: The First Three Years at West Bridgford Library
Since 2023 independent publisher Five Leaves has been showcasing the best of our region’s poetry. In this event, we’ll hear from most of the Five Leaves New Poets, pay tribute to Tony Challis, and be introduced to the latest New Poet Diana Bosworth (Restless).

⭐ Into the Everyday: A First Draft Generating Bootcamp with Georgina Wilding at Mansfield Central Library
What happens when we pay closer attention? Join Georgina for a first-draft generating workshop exploring poems of wonder and the everyday through playful prompts, shared reading and writing exercises.

View the full programme at inspireculture.org.uk/poetryfestival 🧡

29/08/2026

Episode 4 of our I Am A Storyteller podcast is out now! 🎙️

In this latest episode, Annie Warren sits down with storyteller Ling Peng to explore her journey, creative practice, and experiences as part of the I Am A Storyteller project.

A classically trained Erhu musician, Ling combines traditional Chinese music with storytelling to create engaging and inspiring performances 🎵

As part of the project, Ling worked closely with Spectrum WASPS in Mansfield, using storytelling and music to connect with participants and share Chinese culture in an authentic and engaging way.

Find the link to the podcast in the comments 👇💬

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17 Church Gate
East Retford
DN226PE

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 3:30pm

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