Ballycastle Library

Ballycastle Library

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Ballycastle Library is Reopening on Monday 2 February

Ballycastle Library is delighted to welcome the community back through its doors at 10:00am on Monday 2 February, following an extensive refurbishment that has transformed the building into a brighter, more welcoming space for everyone to enjoy. Click here to read the full details

 

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Events

Event Name Event Details Start Date and Time End Date and Time Booking
Knit and Natter (Tuesdays)  

Weekly every Tuesday from 2:30pm to 4:30pm.
 

Knit and Natter Groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. They are free of charge to attend and participants have the opportunity to share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

06/01/2026 2:30pm 30/06/2026 4:30pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Duplo Club  

Every Wednesday from 12:30pm to 1:30pm.
 

For children aged 1 – 6 years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.
Come along to have some Duplo building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk

 

07/01/2026 12:30pm 24/06/2026 1:30pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Adult Reading Group  

Second Monday of every month between 11:00am – 12 noon.
 

This group aims to allow everyone’s reading experiences to be shared and enjoyed. Participants don’t have to be library members but if you join, you can borrow the book the group will be discussing for free.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

12/01/2026 11:00am 08/06/2026 12 noon See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Tea and Newspapers  

Weekly every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday morning from 10:30am to 12 noon.
 

Tea and Newspapers groups give adults the opportunity to meet new people, socialise and discuss local and national affairs in the newspapers while enjoying complimentary tea/coffee and biscuits.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

02/02/2026 10:30am 26/06/2026 12 noon See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Irish Language Conversation  

Ballycastle Library invites you to come along and join our weekly Irish Language Conversation group which takes place every Thursday from 2:00pm – 3:00pm.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

02/02/2026 2:00pm 29/06/2026 3:00pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Lego Club (on Mondays)  

Every Monday from 3:15pm to 4:15pm.
 

For children aged 5+ years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.
Come along to have some Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

02/02/2026 3:15pm 29/06/2026 4:15pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Rhythm and Rhyme (Tuesday and Saturday Mornings)  

Weekly every Tuesday and Saturday mornings from 10:30am to 11:00am.

Booking is advisable.
Rhythm and Rhyme sessions introduce parents and children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories.

Each session offers an entertaining opportunity for children to engage with others, provides a good foundation to develop their reading, listening and language skills and of course to have lots of fun!
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

03/02/2026 10:30am 30/06/2026 11:00am See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
‘Under the Tree’ Storytime  

Weekly, every Tuesday from 3:30pm to 4:00pm. Suitable for ages 4-8 years accompanied by an adult.

Storytime sessions help children develop a love of books, improve their listening skills, inspire creativity and feeds their imagination. Join our friendly staff as they read popular books and introduce children to a whole range of different authors.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

03/02/2026 3:30pm 30/06/2026 4:00pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Children’s Board Game Club  

Weekly every Thursday from 3:30pm – 4:30pm.
 

For children aged 5+ years, come along and play some board games with your friends at Coleraine Library, where are friendly staff are more than happy to help.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

05/02/2026 3:30pm 25/06/2026 4:30pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Knit and Natter (Thursdays)  

Weekly every Thursday from 6:30pm to 7:45pm.
 

Knit and Natter Groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. They are free of charge to attend and participants have the opportunity to share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new.

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

05/02/2026 6:30pm 25/06/2026 7:45pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Adults Board Game Club  

Weekly every Friday from 2:30pm – 4:00pm.
 

Ballycastle Library invites all adults to come along and play some board games with your friends at the library, where are friendly staff are more than happy to help.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e: ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

06/02/2026 2:30pm 26/06/2026 4:00pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Chatterbooks Junior Reading Group  

First Saturday of every month (please contact the library for specific dates) between 11:30am – 12:30pm.
 

Booking is advisable.

Chatterbooks is an exciting Junior Reading Group where children aged 7 - 11 years can come along to chat about their favourite books, enjoy fun activities and crafts and meet new friends.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

07/02/2026 11:30am 27/06/2026 12:30pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.
Lego Club (on Saturdays)  

Every Saturday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm.
 

For children aged 5+ years. All children must be accompanied by a parent/carer.
Come along to have some Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build.
 

Please contact the library for more information.
t: 028 2076 2566
e:ballycastle.library@librariesni.org.uk
 

07/02/2026 2:00pm 27/06/2026 3:00pm See event details to check if booking is essential (phone/email). Otherwise, if the event is not virtual (via Zoom) then simply call into the library at the time of the event.