Castlewellan Library
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📢CUSTOMER NOTICE: Local Libraries Return to Winter Opening Hours📢
Winter opening hours will be in operation across the network of libraries from Monday 1 September, with late nights available once again for customers.
Please keep an eye on our website and local Facebook pages from Monday 1 September for more information.
Customer Notice
Castlewellan library have SAD boxes and a Home Energy Saver Kit available to borrow, please ask staff for details.
Library Location
Events
| Event Name | Event Details | Start Date and Time | End Date and Time | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Reading Group |
First Wednesday of the month from 2:00pm - 3:00pm. Regular Group. Adult Reading Groups are a great opportunity for members to join in some lively literary discussions in a relaxed, friendly environment. The groups encourage people to read for pleasure, share their enthusiasm and express opinions about books and their authors. The group meets on a regular basis and the book the group will be discussing can be borrowed from the library catalogue for free. |
07/05/2025 2:00pm | 03/06/2026 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. |
| Irish Language Reading Group |
Every Tuesday from 11:00am - 12:00 noon. Club Leabhar is private book club who meet every Tuesday. New members welcome, please ask staff for details. Adult Reading Groups are a great opportunity for members to join in some lively literary discussions in a relaxed, friendly environment. The groups encourage people to read for pleasure, share their enthusiasm and express opinions about books and their authors. The group meets on a regular basis and the book the group will be discussing can be borrowed from the library catalogue for free. |
13/05/2025 11:00am | 23/06/2026 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. |
| Lego Club |
For children aged 6 - 10 years. Must be accompanied by an adult. Come along to have Lego building fun. Fun and creative ideas for things to make and build. Every Friday from 3:00pm - 4:00pm. |
16/05/2025 3:00pm | 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. |
| Rhythm and Rhyme |
Every Saturday from 10:30am - 11:00am. 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! |
17/05/2025 10:30am | 27/06/2026 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. |
| Junior Reading Group |
Takes place on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, for children aged 9-11 years of age. Junior Reading Groups are a fun way for children to be introduced to a wide range of new books, authors and to make new friends along the way. Members are asked to read a chosen book before each meeting, which will be available to borrow for free from the library catalogue. Contact: Catherine Beresford-Green |
21/05/2025 4:00pm | 17/06/2026 5:00pm | 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. |
| Irish Language Rhythm and Rhyme |
Irish language Rhythm and Rhyme in partnership with Glór Uachtar TÃre for children aged 0-5 years accompanied by an adult. Last Saturday of the month from 11:30am - 12:00noon. No booking required. |
31/05/2025 11:30am | 27/06/2026 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 Storytime Am Scéalaíochta |
Irish language Storytime takes place on the last Saturday of every month after Irish Language Rhythm and Rhyme. In partnership with Glór Uachtar TÃre. With themed Lego. For children aged 4-8 accompanied by an adult. t: 028 4377 8433 |
31/05/2025 12 noon | 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. |
| Art Exhibition – Mike Nixon |
Mike Nixon is writing a children’s book and exhibiting his illustrations of the Pig art in cartoon style.
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01/08/2025 10:00am | 30/09/2025 5:00pm | 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. |
| Knit and Natter |
Knit and natter is every Tuesday for anyone who likes any sort of needle work and to chat or would like to learn how to knit. We have needles and wool available if you haven’t.
No booking required. |
19/08/2025 12:30pm | 23/06/2026 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. |
| Job Support Workshop (every two months) |
In partnership with Newcastle Job Centre – these workshops will run every other month (the next workshop event will take place on Friday 22 August 2025) and are open to anyone looking for work or to change their job, help with benefits or general advice in the job market. No booking necessary unless you think you need a longer session. |
22/08/2025 10:30am | 26/06/2026 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. |
| Storytime and colouring |
Straight after rhythm and rhyme we will be reading some stories for 3-8 year olds and then doing themed colouring pages so stay after rhythm and rhyme or come in at 11:00am to listen and join in the fun.
No booking required. |
23/08/2025 11:00am | 20/06/2026 11:30am | 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. |
| Walking Group |
Why not join us for a short walk around Castlewellan, explore the local sights and come back to the library for a cuppa and chat. This will be a regular event every other Wednesday. Booking Essential. |
10/09/2025 2:00pm | 24/06/2026 3:30pm | 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. |
| Roald Dahl Storytime and Treasure Hunt |
A special Roald Dahl Storytime and hunt for the characters around the library. |
13/09/2025 11:30am | 13/09/2025 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. |
| Board Games |
Board games session including Jenga, Snakes and Ladders, 6 Stay Safe board games, a Horrible Histories Board Game, Chess and Draughts for children aged 4-10, accompanied by an adult. Come along and join in the fun.
Last Wednesday of the month from 3:00pm - 5:00pm |
27/05/2026 3:00pm | 24/06/2026 5:00pm | 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. |
