Farnham Library

Celebrate Pride Month and borrow a book from our new display! 🌈

From powerful memoirs and educational non-fiction to LGBTQIA+ fiction, q***r romance, fantasy and sci-fi, we've collated a varied range of books for you to choose from! ❤️🧡💛💚🩵🩷💜🤎

Visit us at Farnham Library to check out our display! Or browse the online catalogue and reserve your next read online or via the Surrey Libraries UK app!

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Join us for an extra special nature-themed story time on Monday 1st June at 10:30am to celebrate the finale of Garden Wildlife Week 2026! 🎉

We will be reading a selection of picture books filled with nature and stories of garden wildlife! 🌷🐞🌻🦎🌼🐝

A creative table with lots of fun, nature-themed colouring and activity sheets will then be available to enjoy after the story time! 🎨

As with all our usual Story Time sessions, this is a FREE event, no need to book, just drop-in!

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There are still plenty of spaces available on our 'Wonderful Wildlife Crowns' craft event this Saturday! 👑

Join us tomorrow to craft your own wonderful wildlife crown inspired by local nature and in celebration of Garden Wildlife Week! 🐞🌻🦎🌼🐝

Suitable for ages 4+ (must be accompanied by an adult).
Tickets are £2 per child.

Pre-booking and advance payment is required to secure your space at this event – in person at branch or enquire via email at [email protected].

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There are still a few tickets available for 'Wild About Water' with the Surrey Wildlife Trust! 🐸💧

Join us tomorrow at Farnham Library for fun and educational activities for all the family to support wildlife - with mini ponds and rain gauges!

Suitable for ages 4 years and over (must be accompanied by an adult).
Tickets are £3 per child.

Pre-booking and advance payment is required to secure your space at this event – in person at branch or enquire via email at [email protected].

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There are still a few spaces available on tomorrow's 'Powerful Pollinators Workshop' with the lovely Hive Helpers 🐝

Find out what pollination is and why bees are important, then tour the garden to learn how to find and count bees for science!

Suitable for ages 5 years and over (Must be accompanied by an adult)
Tickets are £3 per child

Garden Wildlife Week at Farnham Library starts this weekend! 😍🎉

There are still plenty of spaces available for all our events - book now to secure your space!

We have an exciting programme of nature-based events for all the family, including workshops with special guests and collaborations, most of which will be held outside in the beautiful Farnham Library Gardens! 🌱🌷🐝🦋

‘All About Swifts’ with Pete Bickford *
Saturday 23/05 at 2:30 - 3:30pm
For all ages, £2 per child (+ their adults go free) OR £2 per solo adult

‘Helpful Hedgerows’ with Roy Champion *
Tuesday 26/05 at 5:30 - 6:30pm
Talk for Adults, £4 per person

‘Powerful Pollinators’ with Hive Helpers *
Wednesday 27/05 at 2:30 - 4pm
Ages 5+, £3 per child (children must be accompanied by an adult)

‘Spring Nature Trail, Bug Hunt and Craft’ *
Thursday 28/05 at 2 - 4pm
Ages 5+, £2 per child (children must be accompanied by an adult)
In order to take part in ALL activities please allow for the full two hours of this event and arrive promptly at 2pm

‘Wild about Water’ with Surrey Wildlife Trust *
Friday 29/05 at 2:30 to 4pm
Ages 4+, £3 per child (children must be accompanied by an adult)

‘Get close to Nature’ with Surrey Amphibian and Reptile Group *
Saturday 30/05 at 10:30 - 11:30am
For all ages, £2 per child (+ their adults go free) OR £2 per solo adult

‘Wonderful Wildlife Crowns’ Craft Activity *
Saturday 30/05 at 2:30 - 3:30pm
Ages 4+, £2 per child (children must be accompanied by an adult)

Nature-Themed Storytime
Monday 01/06 10:30 - 11 am
FREE, Drop-In (children must be accompanied by an adult)

* Pre-booking and advance payment are required to secure your space at these events. Please book in person at the Help Desk or enquire via email at [email protected]

Find out more information about each event on the website at: https://www.surreycc.gov.uk/libraries/your-library/find-your-nearest/farnham/events-and-activities

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Please be aware of changes to our opening times over the bank holiday weekend 🌷

Saturday 23rd May: 9:30am - 5pm
Sunday 24th May: CLOSED
Monday 25th May: CLOSED
Normal opening hours resume Tuesday 26th May
Super Access available as normal

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Come along to the next 'Tea and Chat' at Farnham Library on Tuesday 26th May (11am-12pm) ☕

In this month's session, we'll be celebrating Local History Month through sharing stories from our past, all while enjoying a nice cuppa and some biscuits of course! 🎉

£1 per person. Booking encouraged by emailing us at [email protected] or speaking to a member of staff at the library.

A big thank you also to Gilly Stewart and “Sir Nigel” for their immersive storytelling and for such a wonderful talk on Farnham's local history last month!

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Come and browse our new 'Garden Shop' inspired by our upcoming Garden Wildlife Week at Farnham Library! 🌷🦋🌼🐝🌿🐞

Whether you are looking for fresh new stationary or birthday gifts, we have a lovely selection of items available to purchase - all with beautiful, nature-inspired designs!

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