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22/10/2026

We're excited to announce that next week, Witham Library will be hosting a book sale! 📚

Come along on Thursday 29 October to buy books at a HUGE discount, while supporting your local library service! The sale will be running all day, so pop in any time. We can accept cash or card and even offer bundle deals, so it's a perfect time to stock up!

Please note that all items on sale are withdrawn library stock, so may show signs of use. Books are sold as seen and refunds will not be available.

Find out more on our website: https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=381336

21/10/2026

Ernie's scrubbing up on his bird knowledge. You know what they say: keep your friends close, and research your enemy extensively so they can never get one over on you. Or maybe that's just a bookworm saying?

You can learn about birds by looking for any book with a class number of 598. Any decimal places get more specific -- for example, flamingos are 598.35! 🦩

Tell us in the comments: what's your favourite bird?

19/10/2026

Do you want to practise your English? Join our friendly English Language Community Group! It's a great place to speak English, meet new friends, and learn together. Everyone is welcome!

We want to find the best time for everyone to meet. Please help us by answering these questions:
What days of the week are best for you?
What time of day do you prefer? Morning or afternoon? ⏰

Please leave a comment below with your ideas or tag someone who might like to join. We hope to see you soon!

17/10/2026

A special story is visiting Witham Library very soon! To kick off this year's BookStart StoryTime series, we're running a Gruffalo Granny Storytime!

Join us to hear Julia Donaldson's first Gruffalo story in 20 years, complete exclusive Gruffalo activity sheets, and take home your OWN copy of Gruffalo Granny. Only 20 spaces are available, so book your place now! https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=381295

Please note: you only need one ticket per family.

14/10/2026

Ernie destroyed our community puzzle again. Fortunately, jigsaws are very rebuildable!

Come in and help us with our puzzle at Witham Library -- but beware the bookworms!

12/10/2026

Learning to drive? Prepare for your theory test for FREE with Driving Theory Test pro, provided by Essex Libraries. Just sign up using your library card details at https://essexlibraries.theorytestpro.co.uk/students/new and practice to your heart's content!

Register for a library card online at https://libraries.essex.gov.uk/user/register and pick up your card in person from any library in Essex.

10/10/2026

Volunteers wanted!

Know someone aged 14-18? We're recruiting a Youth Advisory Panel to help ensure Witham Library works for young people. Volunteers will help suggest events, as well as take responsibility for creating displays and suggesting YA books for us to promote.

Applications are open until 31 December. https://www.volunteeressex.org/opportunities/volunteer-role-youth-advisory-panel-14-18-years-old-15827/

07/10/2026

Ernie has big dreams. The whole world isn't enough for him, so he's learning about the universe to see what's out there for him to steal. We're still working on his moral compass.

You can find out more about space -- just look for any book with a number in the 520s.

05/10/2026

Can't tell your Facebook from your FaceID? Earphones got you in a twist? Sign up for our free digital skills training to learn the basics and improve your confidence online. From filling out forms to staying safe from scams, we've got you covered.

The sessions are on Thursday 8 and 15 October at 2pm, and you need to come to both. Sign up now, places are limited! https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=371062

01/10/2026

"The world is full of magical things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper." W.B. Yeats

Today is National Poetry Day, and this year’s theme is Wonder. ✨

Poetry has a unique way of making us pause and find extraordinary magic in our everyday routines, whether it's a verse that perfectly captures a crisp autumn evening or a line from a novel that changes how you see the world.

Tell us in the comments: What is a poem, a single line, or a book that has sparked a sense of wonder for you?

Not sure where to start? Drop by your local library and browse our poetry collection. From classic collections to contemporary voices, you're sure to find something wonderful.

Address

18 Newland Street
Witham
CM82AQ

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+443456037628

Website

http://libraries.essex.gov.uk/

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