An Easter themed children's craft session is being held at the library on Saturday 12th April 2025 10am to 12pm. £1 suggested donation. All welcome. No need to book.
Please note that the Library is not in a position to accept any second-hand books or similar donations until further notice due to limited storage facilities.
We have a new online fundraising intiative - Easyfundraising! it's easy to sign up, you just have to nominate us as your chosen charity, the online retailer then pays a small % of items purchased to us. Most major retailers take part. For more information you can use this link How it Works | Easyfundraising
Opening Times
Mon 14:30 -16:30 | Tue 14:30-16:30 | Wed 14:30- 16:30 | Thur 10am-12pm and 14:30-16:30| Fri Closed | Sat 10:00 - 14:00 | Sun Closed
Mon 14:30 -16:30 | Tue 14:30-16:30 | Wed 14:30- 16:30 | Thur 10am-12pm and 14:30-16:30| Fri Closed | Sat 10:00 - 14:00 | Sun Closed
About Rothley Community Library
The story so far
On 15th October 2015, Rothley Community Library opened its doors for the first time as a library run completely by volunteers!
In the region of 30 people now volunteer at the Library on a regular basis, manning the desk and keeping the Library in good running order. Another 20 or so volunteers work behind the scenes in other ways, with displays, health and safety requirements, building maintenance, computer support, publicity, running library groups and/or being a trustee.
In the region of 30 people now volunteer at the Library on a regular basis, manning the desk and keeping the Library in good running order. Another 20 or so volunteers work behind the scenes in other ways, with displays, health and safety requirements, building maintenance, computer support, publicity, running library groups and/or being a trustee.
Community led
Membership of the library is growing every month, likewise its profile in the community with the help of various initiatives championed by our volunteers such as the under 5s story time sessions, partnership working with the local primary school and supporting community initiatives like Sustainable Rothley and the Good Neighbour Scheme.
Library Services
The Library has many services which can be accessed by the community including a photocopier, computers, projector and wall screen, room hire, not forgetting toilets which are available for public use during opening hours.
A colourful history
Marion Vincent has written a short history of the library, which includes lots of moves and the time when it burnt down...You can download it here.