Inspire Beeston Library

Inspire Beeston Library Welcome to Beeston Library!

We're part of Inspire Culture, Learning and Libraries, a community benefit society delivering library services on behalf of Nottinghamshire County Council.

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31/05/2026

Service disruption - Online library catalogue 📢

Due to an error identified by our supplier, the online library catalogue is currently experiencing some issues. Our supplier is working hard to rectify the issue as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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Want to go to university but don't have the qualifications you need? Inspire Learning can help! 🤩Our Access to Higher Ed...
31/05/2026

Want to go to university but don't have the qualifications you need? Inspire Learning can help! 🤩

Our Access to Higher Education Course in Health and Social Care could be your route into a career in nursing, midwifery, mental health, social work or occupational therapy... and we're enrolling now for the class of 2027!🥳

You can choose to study online from the comfort of your own home, or in person at Beeston Library . PLUS, this course is completely FREE if you're aged 19-23 and this is your first 'full' level 3 qualification. We offer other forms of financial support for those over 23 years of age too. You don't have to let money worries hold you back from reaching your full potential! 😊

Have we caught your interest? We're enrolling now! Learn more, explore funding options and enrol online at: http://inspireculture.org.uk/accesstoHE

InspiREAD 2026 - Meet the nominees! ✨James Davis is the author of Scarlet Defender of the Universe - one of the amazing ...
30/05/2026

InspiREAD 2026 - Meet the nominees! ✨

James Davis is the author of Scarlet Defender of the Universe - one of the amazing books nominated in our Longer Book category 🦸‍♀️

He wrote it to try and impress his son Edgar, who was 8 years old at the time. Edgar was really impressed for almost a whole week! 😂

Find out more about InspiREAD 2026 and cast your vote - link in the comment section below 👇

Don't miss our Spy at the Archives events🕵️🔍Whether you're a total history buff or just a lover of a good mystery and a ...
30/05/2026

Don't miss our Spy at the Archives events🕵️🔍

Whether you're a total history buff or just a lover of a good mystery and a little whimsy, our interactive events are always a big hit!

Prepare to be a spy catcher as you delve into the history of 1940s wartime Nottingham!

This interactive event uses records from the Archives and puts you in the role of an investigator - but beware, one of your group is a secret traitor 😱

Book your place now, so you can look forward to having some fun with local history and heritage 🤩

📅 Saturday 13 June
🕰️ There are three sessions running at various times between 10am and 1:30pm
📍 Inspire Nottinghamshire Archives
🎟️ £6

Find out more and book your place: https://bit.ly/4dHQAoO

We're looking for volunteers to help with this year's Summer Reading Challenge!Every year all Inspire libraries take par...
29/05/2026

We're looking for volunteers to help with this year's Summer Reading Challenge!

Every year all Inspire libraries take part in the national Summer Reading Challenge. Children aged 4 – 11 are challenged to read six books over the summer.

We are looking for volunteers aged 14+ here at Beeston Library to encourage children to join and complete the Challenge, explain to them (and their parents and carers) how it works, talk enthusiastically with them about the books they have read, and help them to choose new ones!

Volunteers will need to be free for a two/three hour session per week during the six week school holidays.

Up to the challenge, or know someone who might be? Find out more and apply on our Community Makers website: https://inspireculture.volunteermakers.org/get-involved/summer-reading-challenge/beestonlibrarysummerreadingchallenge2026/387/

InspiREAD 2026 - Meet the nominees! ✨Nici Gregory is the illustrator of Badgers Are Go! - one of the amazing books nomin...
28/05/2026

InspiREAD 2026 - Meet the nominees! ✨

Nici Gregory is the illustrator of Badgers Are Go! - one of the amazing books nominated in our Shorter Book category 🦡

She started illustrating whilst still in primary school, drawing in the margins of her exercise books. She went on to study graphic design in Hamburg, Germany!

Find out more about InspiREAD 2026 and cast your vote - link in the comment section below 👇

28/05/2026

As part of the National Year of Reading, join us and with our brand new Book to Film Club! 📽️ 📚

The first film we'll be viewing is Pride and Prejudice! 👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩 We know you know the story - this 2005 retelling follows the Bennet sisters, whose lives are turned upside down when a wealthy young man (Mr. Bingley) and his best friend (Mr. Darcy) arrive in their neighbourhood.

It's up to you whether you want to read the book first, or watch the film then pick up a copy from the library on your way out!

📍Beeston Library
📆Weds 3 June
⏰5.30pm

Tickets are just £3 - book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/book-to-film-club-pride-and-prejudice-2005-at-beeston-library-tickets-1984548937294?ref=inspirewebsite&keep_tld=true

✨ Calling all romantasy readers ✨If your ideal book includes dragons, forbidden romance, dangerous kingdoms, morally gre...
27/05/2026

✨ Calling all romantasy readers ✨

If your ideal book includes dragons, forbidden romance, dangerous kingdoms, morally grey characters, and epic fantasy worlds… you need this event on your radar 🐉 Join bestselling fantasy author Abbie Eaton for an exclusive evening at Inspire Beeston Library as she talks all things romantasy, writing fantasy worlds, and the stories readers can’t stop obsessing over.

Your ticket includes:
📝 Limited-edition fantasy-themed merch designed exclusively for this event
🍷 Access to our bar
📖 Author talk + audience Q&A
✨ A chance to meet fellow fantasy readers

Whether you’re deep in your romantasy era or looking for your next addictive fantasy read, this is the perfect night out for book lovers.

📍 Beeston Library
📅 Thursday 2 July at 7pm

Bring your reading besties — or come solo and find your people! Book your ticket for just £5: https://bit.ly/4ni9Z33

Aren’t these the cutest?! 😍For this year's Inspire Knitting Challenge, we’re celebrating the by bringing crafters toge...
27/05/2026

Aren’t these the cutest?! 😍

For this year's Inspire Knitting Challenge, we’re celebrating the by bringing crafters together to make Story Snugglers for children!

There’s still plenty of time to get involved - whether you knit or crochet, you can help create a cosy companion for little ones to enjoy at storytime. Make a bear, lion, frog or any colourful creation! 🐻🐸🦁

Our FREE knitting patterns have been designed by Janie Withers knitted textiles, and can be picked up at your local library. You can also follow step-by-step videos online:🔗 inspireculture.org.uk/knit

All Story Snugglers we receive will be donated through our friends at Trussell 💚

📷 Image from Inspire Worksop Library

Float into fun this half term with our Jellyfish Mobile craft! 🖍✂🎐Swim by on Thursday between 10:30 and 11:30 to design ...
26/05/2026

Float into fun this half term with our Jellyfish Mobile craft! 🖍✂🎐
Swim by on Thursday between 10:30 and 11:30 to design your very own tentacled friend!🪼🪼🪼 No booking needed, just drop in!

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Foster Avenue, Beeston
Nottinghamshire
NG91AE

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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