Totnes Library is a busy modern library, set in the heart of the bustling South Devon market town. Built onto impressive Georgian building The Mansion, it is a bright, welcoming library with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The library is open five days a week and offers an attractive community and study space with computer access, free Wi-Fi and comfortable seating.
The library has eleven computers plus scanning, printing and photocopying facilities. The library boasts dedicated collections of books and resources for children, teenagers and local history as well as sizeable DVD and audiobook collections. The colourful children’s area is very well used by borrowers and those coming to regular children’s events.
Services
- Children’s events
- Book groups and events
- Free public computers and WiFi
- Printing, copying and scanning facilities
- Self-service machines
Totnes Library events LEGO Robot Wars
Date: 27 April 2019
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Description: In this incredible two-hour workshop, teams of four will build their own LEGO robots to compete in an epic robot battle. Let the battle commence! For 8 years plus and adults are very welcome to join in the fun. Tickets £5 per person for anyone 8+ (adults who are taking part need a ticket), and are available from the library desk or by calling 01803 659945 or emailing totnes.library@librariesunlimited.org.uk.
Audience: All
Cost: £5.00
Theme:
Tiny Tales
Date: 29 April 2019
Time: 10:30 - 11:00
Description: Come and join us for lots of fun at our story telling session. This lively interactive session also involves a simple craft activity.
Audience: Under 5
Cost: Free
Theme:
Free Blood Pressure Check
Date: 30 April 2019
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Description: Look after yourself with a free blood pressure check Totnes Library from our friends at Torbay Stroke Recovery Service from 10am.
Audience: Adult
Cost: Free
Theme:
Home Educator drop-in
Date: 30 April 2019
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Description: Come to our drop in session for all home educated children, young people and their carers. We will provide LEGO, some board games and a friendly smile and a space to make new friends and to share ideas.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
Theme:
Bounce and Rhyme
Date: 01 May 2019
Time: 10:00 - 10:30
Description: This a free session where we sing songs and nursery rhymes, bounce, clap and have a good time. The activities will also help your child to develop confidence, co-ordination and listening skills. Helen, a NCT Breastfeeding Counsellor, will be offering support throughout and after these sessions until 12pm. You can email also email Helen at helenshoebrook@icloud.com to organise one to one antenatal breastfeeding information sessions or postnatal support.
Audience: Under 5
Cost: Free
Theme:
Bounce and Rhyme
Date: 01 May 2019
Time: 11:15 - 11:45
Description: This a free session where we sing songs and nursery rhymes, bounce, clap and have a good time. The activities will also help your child to develop confidence, co-ordination and listening skills. Helen, a NCT Breastfeeding Counsellor, will be offering support throughout and after these sessions until 12pm. You can email also email Helen at helenshoebrook@icloud.com to organise one to one antenatal breastfeeding information sessions or postnatal support.
Audience: Under 5
Cost: Free
Theme:
Home Educator drop-in
Date: 07 May 2019
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Description: Come to our drop in session for all home educated children, young people and their carers. We will provide LEGO, some board games and a friendly smile and a space to make new friends and to share ideas.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
Theme:
Bounce and Rhyme
Date: 08 May 2019
Time: 10:00 - 10:30
Description: This a free session where we sing songs and nursery rhymes, bounce, clap and have a good time. The activities will also help your child to develop confidence, co-ordination and listening skills. Helen, a NCT Breastfeeding Counsellor, will be offering support throughout and after these sessions until 12pm. You can email also email Helen at helenshoebrook@icloud.com to organise one to one antenatal breastfeeding information sessions or postnatal support.
Audience: Under 5
Cost: Free
Theme:
Bounce and Rhyme
Date: 08 May 2019
Time: 11:15 - 11:45
Description: This a free session where we sing songs and nursery rhymes, bounce, clap and have a good time. The activities will also help your child to develop confidence, co-ordination and listening skills. Helen, a NCT Breastfeeding Counsellor, will be offering support throughout and after these sessions until 12pm. You can email also email Helen at helenshoebrook@icloud.com to organise one to one antenatal breastfeeding information sessions or postnatal support.
Audience: Under 5
Cost: Free
Theme:
Tiny Tales
Date: 13 May 2019
Time: 10:30 - 11:00
Description: Come and join us for lots of fun at our story telling session. This lively interactive session also involves a simple craft activity.
Audience: Under 5
Cost: Free
Theme:
Librarian Theatre presents The Green Ship
Date: 11 June 2019
Time: 18:30 - 19:30
Description: A magical, innovative 60 minute family show inspired by the loved story by Quentin Blake, brought to life in libraries across England. Suitable for ages 5-105. Tickets £5.00. Please book tickets online at https://www.librariantheatre.com/events/11th-june-18-30-totnes-library-the-green-ship.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
Theme:
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Opening hours:
| Mon | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Tue | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wed | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Thu | Closed |
| Fri | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sat | 09:00 - 13:00 |
Contact us:
Ann Draisey
Email: Totnes Library
Tel: 01803 659945
Find us:
Totnes Library
The Mansion
Fore Street
Totnes
Devon
TQ9 5RP
