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Newton Abbot Library Your local library based at the Passmore Edwards Centre in the heart of Newton Abbot. Come and see us for more info!

Borrow books, use a PC, print a document, come to an event, or just enjoy a safe space to sit and relax - we have so much to offer.

As part of this year's Model Railway Show at Newton Abbot Library, we have two very exciting model layouts. One is a DCC...
28/10/2026

As part of this year's Model Railway Show at Newton Abbot Library, we have two very exciting model layouts. One is a DCC test track (OO gauge) that you can test your own locos on, and the other is the Penryn layout which can be driven by you! However we predict because of this interactive element that these layouts will be busy, we have therefore taken the decision to create bookable slots for both these layouts. Both layouts will be in the same room but if you only want to focus on one of the layouts then that is not a problem. The slots are 45 minutes each and can be booked directly through the library by;
Phone- 01626 886223
Email- [email protected]
Or DM us here.
The slots are free to book and included in your admission price to the show.

Tickets still available - join us for another Lego Spike - Build Your Own Adventure session this half term!You'll be usi...
27/10/2026

Tickets still available - join us for another Lego Spike - Build Your Own Adventure session this half term!

You'll be using special Lego kits to create a build (or several!) of your choice from the Lego Spike Essential catalogue and then use simple coding software on laptops to bring your build to life.

This event is best suited to children aged 7+ and must be accompanied by an adult (accompanying adults go free)

Book your tickets here: ticketsource.com/librariesunlimited

27/10/2026
Calling all young railway enthusiasts, history detectives, creative thinkers and curious explorers! The Library's Time E...
26/10/2026

Calling all young railway enthusiasts, history detectives, creative thinkers and curious explorers! The Library's Time Engine has broken, scattering pieces of railway history across time — and we need some brilliant young Time Travellers to help put things right!

This is a fun, family friendly activity session taking place on Saturday 14th November, it's just ÂŁ3 per child to take part. There's no pre-booking for this event, just come along on the day and speak to staff to take part in one of the sessions at the following times:

10:00-11:00
11:15-12:15
12:30-13:30
13:45-14:45

Please note that we anticipate the library to be very busy - there may be a short wait for entry into the show.

It's Green Libraries Week! Come and borrow a book and learn all about wildlife and gardening in winter.Tomorrow we've al...
26/10/2026

It's Green Libraries Week! Come and borrow a book and learn all about wildlife and gardening in winter.

Tomorrow we've also got FREE Bird Box Making sessions suitable for all ages. Booking is essential - ticketsource.com/librariesunlimited - as well as FREE drop-in crafts for all ages from 12:30-15:30. Don't miss out!

Please note Bounce and Rhyme will be taking place at a different time for the next few sessions. The following sessions...
26/10/2026

Please note Bounce and Rhyme will be taking place at a different time for the next few sessions. The following sessions will take place at 11am and there will be just one session taking place on each date:

28th Oct
30th Oct
4th Nov
6th Nov

If there are any further dates with this time change we will let you know.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

24/10/2026

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Did you know?The Railway Studies Collection at Newton Abbot Library opened in 1991. Newton Abbot was chosen as the locat...
23/10/2026

Did you know?

The Railway Studies Collection at Newton Abbot Library opened in 1991. Newton Abbot was chosen as the location of the collection because of the town's significance as a railway centre.

All aspects of Britain's Railways are covered by the collection with material of interest to railway and social historians, writers, modellers, researchers and those with a more general interest. We hold and extensive collection of books, magazines, periodicals, pamphlets, photographs, postcards, slides, timetables, drawings and plans.

We also hold a comprehensive material on West Country Railways from the Great Western and London South Western/Southern periods up to the present day. In addition there is a substantial amount of information on the remainder of the UK's railway network with limited coverage of railways in Ireland.

Come along to the Railway Studies and Modellers Show on Saturday 14th November, 10am-4pm to explore our collection and view a large range of exhibitors, traders and model layouts. Entry to the show is just ÂŁ3 per person, under 16s go free!

Join the fun! No need to show your face!Just show off your favourite book, send us your photo or tag us. We would love ...
23/10/2026

Join the fun! No need to show your face!
Just show off your favourite book, send us your photo or tag us.
We would love to see what you are reading !đź“š

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Newton Abbot
TQ122RJ

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