Markfield Community Library

07/04/2026

Come along and meet the BUILD Team at this monthly drop in at Markfield Community Library, this Thursday 9th April, from 1pm to 3pm. No need to book.
The friendly staff will be there to chat with local residents about:
* How to get involved with volunteering
* Getting back in to work
* Supporting your group to engage with more volunteers
* How to get started with a new business idea

02/04/2026

***Update - please note this exhibition has now closed*** Art exhibition from 2 April 2026!! - the library is pleased to host an exhibition of animals and birds, showcasing the work of local artists in the Carrid Art Group. A variety of mediums - watercolour, acrylic, oil, pencil and collage - are used to produce a range of true and abstract images. Some are available to buy. Call in and enjoy the artwork during usual library opening hours.

10/03/2026

If you fancy a chat, then pop down to Markfield Library on Thursday 12th March between 1pm and 3pm

24/02/2026

Join Charnwood Forest Geopark for an illuminated fossil spectacular within the Bradgate Park ruins, on the weekend of Friday 13th to Sunday 15th March! Tickets are free of charge, but must be pre-booked. The library is pleased to be a Geopark partner.

Geopark in the Dark! - Illuminated Fossil Spectacular within the Bradgate Park Ruins

17/01/2026

We are pleased to be part of the "Warm Welcome" scheme.

02/01/2026

The trustees and volunteers welcome all members and local residents to the library. As well as books and local periodicals, we offer much more - including public computers, copying and printing, free wifi and a growing local history section. We are a Warm Welcome location, so you are welcome to stay in the library for a while and enjoy free tea, coffee and squash.

27/09/2025

The library wishes everyone taking part in the Markfield 10k on Sunday 28 September, hosted by the Beaumont Running Club, a successful and enjoyable run.

06/09/2025

More from QUO

06/09/2025

Join us at the 10th anniversary of Markfield Library being community managed.

We have the "Quo Ukele Orchestra" playing.

02/09/2025

28/06/2025

On Tuesday 1st July 1-3pm, Richard Nobby Styles will be in Markfield Library. He runs a 'HUBs' for the Rural Community Council across the Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Area. This helps people wanting to volunteer and organisations looking for volunteers. Also, funds are available to community groups, so if you run a local group you could get up to £3,000. Please pop in or contact him, [email protected].