Barnstaple Library is a busy and vibrant space, open six days a week. The Library boasts a large selection of books, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs and there is a reserve stack of approximately 28,000 items which are available on request.
On the First Floor of the library there are 22 computers which are free to use for up to 2 hours a day with printing and copying facilities. Barnstaple Library also houses a large collection of Local and Family History records for the area working with South West Heritage Trust and the North Devon Athenaeum staff.
There is a bright and busy children's area with regular events and activities such as weekly Bounce and Rhyme sessions, toddler time, craft and children's book group. For adults, the library offers regular groups including, knitting, colouring, scrabble, singing and walking groups and there are regular author events throughout the year.
On a Friday morning during term time, students from Pathfield School run a pop up café in the library, serving a selection of drinks and some delicious cakes.
Barnstaple Library has a range of high-quality meeting rooms and spaces available for hire. If you're looking for a venue or meeting room at reasonable prices, click here to find out more.
Services
- FabLab Devon maker space
- Business and Intellectual Property (IP) Centre
- Meeting rooms for hire
- Exhibition and display space
- Children’s events
- Book groups and events
- Free computers and WiFi
- Printing, copying and scanning facilities
- Self-service machines
- Home library service
- Local Studies Centre
Barnstaple Library Events Toddler Time
Date: 18 July 2019
Time: 11:00 - 12:00
Description: Stories, songs and crafts for children aged 2 and over.
Audience: Under 5
Cost: Free
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Bounce and Rhyme
Date: 19 July 2019
Time: 10:30 - 11:00
Description: Come along, have fun, join in with some old favourite rhymes and learn some new ones.
Audience: Under 5
Cost: Free
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Poetry Corner
Date: 20 July 2019
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Description: A chance to share and discuss favourite poems in a relaxed setting.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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Writing Group: Writing for Children
Date: 20 July 2019
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Description: If you write for children come along to our group where we will support one another's writing and share information.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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Knit and Mix
Date: 22 July 2019
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Description: Come and join our social knitting group. Beginners or more experienced knitters welcome. Tea and coffee for a small donation.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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Author Visit: Michael Jecks
Date: 23 July 2019
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Description: Michael joins us for a talk and Q&A on his latest book, The Dead Don't Wait. This book, the fourth in Michael's Jack Blackjack series, follows the disreputable pickpocket and reluctant assassin as he tries to escape an accusation of murder. Michael will talk about his books, his career and the life of a writer in the 21st Century. Tickets must be booked in advance from the Library and include afternoon tea. There will be books for sale from Waterstones at the event.
Audience: All
Cost: £5.00
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Board Game Cafe
Date: 23 July 2019
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Description: New weekly Board Game Café group. Bring a friend or make new ones at this informal, friendly, free, drop in session for board game enthusiasts. Bring your own favorite game or choose from our selection as you enjoy a hot drink. No need to book, just drop by! Library Foyer.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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Open Access Code-a-pillars at the Barnstaple FabLab
Date: 23 July 2019
Time: 10:00 - 13:00
Description: Come enjoy an awesome open access play with our Code-a-pillars! There will be a few obstacles for you to practice the code-a-pillars moves on and hopefully you will reach the finish line. For all Ages and free but donations are welcome. Drop in at any time during 10 am until 1pm. Please note that booking onto this workshop isn't required but it will help us manage numbers.To book visit here: https://bit.ly/2LtareI (image courtesy of Maurizio Pesce from Milan, Italia) Licensed under creative commons 2.0)
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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Barnstaple Work Club
Date: 24 July 2019
Time: 10:00 - 13:00
Description: Free, friendly, independent drop-in service. Job search, support with CVs and job applications, IT courses, support and email account set up.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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Colouring and Coffee
Date: 24 July 2019
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Description: Colouring for grown-ups. A friendly group and a nice way to relax for a couple of hours. Tea and coffee for a small donation. All materials supplied.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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Computer Assistance
Date: 24 July 2019
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Description: Assistance with technology for those needing extra help. One to One sessions. To book please call 01271 318780 or come in to the library.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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An Introduction to the Business and IP Centre Barnstaple
Date: 25 July 2019
Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Description: There are a number of dates to book please visit here: https://bit.ly/2OxEKR3 to see the other dates and times available. Wondering whether to start your own business? Come to us for some advice: An introduction to the Business & Intellectual Property (IP) Centre - find out how to start or grow your business. This appointment is for anyone who is thinking about starting up or has recently started up a business. A member of the library staff can show you how to look for business information, market research, and intellectual property advice. The session consists of - a 25 minute appointment with one of the Barnstaple Library team who will introduce the services available in the centre and signpost you to business support resources. a 25 minute telephone appointment with Stephens Scown Intellectual Property team at a mutually convenient time. We look forward to welcoming you to the centre!
Audience: All
Cost: Free
Theme:
Live High Altitude Balloon Tracking and Screening
Date: 26 July 2019
Time: 9:45 - 11:00
Description: High Altitude Ballooning is an activity that involves sending an unmanned probe into near space, to capture images and to record data. Dates and timings for this event are subject to receiving Civil Aviation authority, weather and technical difficulty of course. We are planning to start our screening at the time above. Barnstaple Library will show the live tracking map as well as the SSDV page which will show photos captured. Don't miss out on this amazing free insight into near space!
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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FREE film show! Incredibles 2
Date: 29 July 2019
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Description: Join us for a screening of Incredibles 2 sponsored by Loosemore Chartered Building Company The film has a PG certificate and running time is approx. 114 minutes. Refreshments will be on sale. Booking essential.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
Theme: Summer Reading Challenge - Space Chase
Paper Alien Vibrating Robot Barnstaple FabLab
Date: 29 July 2019
Time: 14:30 - 16:30
Description: Choose from a few alien paper templates, then build and decorate to create your very own alien. Using a Fizzbit Module we will turn it into a vibrating robot that can now battle, dance and race around! Shall we have some space chase fun? For ages 4+ £15 as this includes the Fizzbit Module that can be taken home and used to build numerous vibrating robots. Book here: https://bit.ly/2XKGDB0 Please note that booking onto this workshop will end at noon on the 16th of July to allow for material ordering.
Audience: Child
Cost: Please see event description
Theme: Summer Reading Challenge - Space Chase
1 on 1 Barnstaple FabLab Taster Sessions
Date: 31 July 2019
Time: 10:00 - 15:30
Description: Are you interested in using the FabLab or unsure what a FabLab is? Then book a taster session and see what you can make. The possibilities are endless. These sessions are for 10yrs plus which is an amazing opportunity as you cannot become a member of the FabLab under 16, so these taster sessions will allow the freedom of trying anything you want. What are you waiting for, for £10 it's a bargain! Book here: https://bit.ly/323WU3n Please note that booking onto this workshop will end at noon on the 30th of August.
Audience: Child
Cost: £10.00
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The Plough Theatre Workshop – Aliens Love Underpants
Date: 01 August 2019
Time: 10:00 - 11:00
Description: Come along to bring this silly story to life through drama using fun props and costume with The Plough Theatre. Suitable for ages 3-6. Book and pay at the library.
Audience: Child
Cost: £6.50
Theme: Summer Reading Challenge : Space Chase
Writing Group: Ideas Gang
Date: 03 August 2019
Time: 13:30 - 15:30
Description: Each Month the workshop is led by a different member of the group, giving a variety of writing experiences. Different forms and genres are covered and plenty of time is given for writing practice on the day
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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Space Lab Pop-up Planetarium Multiple sessions
Date: 05 August 2019
Time: 9:30 - 15:00
Description: Join us at Barnstaple Library for an exciting virtual trip to outer space without leaving the library! Inside the Space Lab, the sophisticated planetarium projector projects the beautiful starry and moonlit night sky. There are several sessions during the times above, 9.30, 11.00, 12.30 and 2.00pm. The talks are all conducted in the exciting environment of the planetarium right inside the library. Suitable for 5-12s. Sessions must be booked in advance and paid for at time of booking. Call in to Barnstaple Library to book. Adults must pay as well.
Audience: Child
Cost: £3.00
Theme: Summer Reading Challenge : Space Chase
Children’s drop-in crafts
Date: 06 August 2019
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Description: come and have fun with a variety of craft activities. No need to book, just drop in during the times above.
Audience: Child
Cost: Free
Theme: Summer Reading Challenge : Space Chase
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