Library opening hours
Day Opening hours
Monday 9am to 5pm
Tuesday 9am to 5pm
Wednesday 9am to 5pm
Thursday 9am to 5pm
Friday 9am to 5pm
Saturday 10am to 3pm
Sunday Closed

All County Council managed libraries are closed on bank holidays.

Location

12 Henley Street
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 6PZ

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What we offer
Children’s and young adult groups and activities
  • Family Film Club  - free screenings of U-rated films. Just drop in.
  • Lego Club – drop in for fun with Lego and chat with friends. Ages 4-11. 
  • Rhyme Time – songs and rhymes for 0-2 year olds and parents and carers. Just drop in.
  • Sensory Libraries - relaxed, unstructured sessions in the children’s area, with lights lowered, sensory floor projections and sensory toys available. Ideal for families who may otherwise find it difficult to access the library due to additional needs, however the space is open to all. Just drop in. 
  • Story Stomp – fun session for 2-4 year olds and their parents and carers to follow on from Rhyme Time. Just drop in.

Eventbrite - to book and further information

Other groups and activities
  • IT Help - support from our friendly volunteers, using library PCs or your own device. Book a place in advance.
  • Living Room in the Library - informal drop-in with puzzles, board games and refreshments, and occasional speakers or activities. Just drop in.
  • Local Interest Coffee Mornings - come and enjoy refreshments, a talk and discussion on a different topic of local interest each month. Just drop in.
  • Making Space - friendly, informal session with refreshments, chat, and optional craft activities, in partnership with Welcome Here Stratford. Just drop in.
  • Shakespeare for All  - join experts from the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust as they read through Shakespeare's Complete Works. Read, or simply sit back and listen. Just drop in.
  • Stratford Library Reading Group.

Eventbrite - to book and further information

Registration service

Births, deaths and notice of marriage by appointment only.

Latest information and how to make a booking

Safe Place

Stratford Library is a Safe Place where you can go to get help if you feel unsafe or at risk when you are out and about.

We will help you contact your support worker, family member, carer or the police. You will know it’s a Safe Place as it will have a sticker in the window.

For more information visit the Safe Places page.

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