Welcome to Abingdon Library

Abingdon Library has lots going on...........

 

Public transport and parking

The library is no more than a five minute walk from all major bus stops. Stert Street multistorey car park - two minutes walk from the library.

Opening times

 

Day

Opening times

Monday

9.00am - 7.00pm

Tuesday

9.00am - 7.00pm

Wednesday

9.00am - 7.00pm

Thursday

9.00am - 1.00pm

Friday

9.00am - 7.00pm

Saturday

9.00am - 4.30pm

24-hours renewal hotline: 0845 1202811

Services available

· Internet

· Reference Online information computers

· Local studies centre

· Photocopier

· Fax service

· Audio books

· DVDs, videos and music CDs for hire

· Books in Chinese, French, German, Italian and Spanish for adults

· Books in French, German, Italian and Spanish for children

· Book drop (except for between Christmas and New Year)

 

Activities and events

Find out what's on in Oxfordshire libraries.

 

See below for regular library activities and events. All events are free unless otherwise stated. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

 

LibraryDateTimeEventAge group
AbingdonTuesdays4-5pmInternet taster session - please book in the library (not during July and August - restarting in September)Adults
 Wednesdays9.30-10amRhymetimeUnder 5s
 Wednesdays11-11.30amRhymetimeUnder 5s
 Second Wednesday of the month5.30-7pmReading Group - to join please contact the libraryAdults
 First Thursday of every month2-3.30pmBooks Aloud audio book groupAdults
 Saturday 23 July2-3pmCircus Stars fancy dress party with circus activities3-10 years
 Tuesday 26 July10.30-11.30amHow to get published - Coffee morning and discussionAdults
 Wednesday 3 August2-3pmBag of Tricks Storytime and activities3-10 years
 Wednesday 17 August2-3pmClowning around Storytime and activities3-10 years
 Wednesday 31 August2-3pmAnimals Capers Storytime and mask making3-10 years

Reading groups

If you've ever read a brilliant book and wanted to talk about it with someone who's read it too, then joining a reading group could be the answer.

 

Reading groups - also known as book groups - meet regularly to discuss books. They range from a few friends getting together to more organised groups set up in libraries. They are relaxed, informal and, above all, fun.

Newspapers and magazines

A variety of newspapers and magazines are available for you to look at in Abingdon library. Some local newspapers on microfilm are also available.

Local and family history

 

Every library holds information about the history of the local area. Some libraries have a local studies centre with a larger collection of materials about Oxfordshire.

· How do I start tracing my local family history?

· Where can I find old pictures of my village?

· How old is my house?

Enjoy finding answers to questions like these in Oxfordshire libraries. Our staff will help you to use online resources, find the books and other materials you need, or refer you on to specialist services.

 

Contact Details

The Charter
Abingdon
Oxon

OX14 3LY

Tel: 01235 520374
Fax: 01235 532643
Email: send email


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