Library transformations are booked in!

Bilsthorpe, Bircotes, Blidworth, Burton Joyce, Langold and Woodthorpe libraries have received investment from the Libraries Improvement Fund (LIF), which is part of the Cultural Investment Fund a programme of work funded by the Department of Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) delivered by Arts Council England. 

Nottinghamshire County Council, partnering with Inspire were awarded £170,000 to create community hubs within these six libraries in Nottinghamshire, transforming the buildings into flexible welcoming spaces for communities to use and enjoy.

The first library connected with our LIF project is now closed for its refurbishment. Bilsthorpe Library closed on Saturday 15 October at 1pm for approximately six weeks to undertake the improvements.

The refurbishment will deliver:

• New open plan layout 

• New community gathering area

• New shelving and furnishings

• Gallery display space

• Tea & coffee station

• Internal decoration

• A selection of new books for all ages and interests

In addition, and following the recent community consultation exercise, planning is underway to tailor the library’s events and activities to reflect the needs of the community and to offer a programme of exciting learning and cultural events following the library’s reopening.  

During the closure you can:

• Use your membership card at any library across the County.  The nearest libraries are Farnsfield Library 4.7 miles or Edwinstowe Library 5.1 miles.  

• Renew your books online  or call Ask inspire on 01623 677200

We are very excited to undertake this work and then to welcome you back into our refurbished library so please watch this space for more information about our re-opening day and our special Bilsthorpe Library Launch Event on Saturday 10 December at 10am!