Cornwall Libraries
@cornwalllibraries.bsky.social
With a network of 29 libraries across Cornwall, we provide a free service to residents, including access to books, computers, activities, events and digital resources such as eBooks, eAudiobooks, ePress, language learning and driving theory practise.
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Here are just some of the resources you can get free access to with Cornwall Libraries.
Find out more at www.cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-mu...
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Find out more at www.cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-mu...
#Cornwall #CornwallLibraries #Library
Find out how to use the new Text View feature on Borrowbox. This is a fab new feature to make it easy to read magazines on your phone.
#Magazines #BorrowBox #Library #Cornwall #Libraries #Reading #Articles
#Magazines #BorrowBox #Library #Cornwall #Libraries #Reading #Articles
November 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Find out how to use the new Text View feature on Borrowbox. This is a fab new feature to make it easy to read magazines on your phone.
#Magazines #BorrowBox #Library #Cornwall #Libraries #Reading #Articles
#Magazines #BorrowBox #Library #Cornwall #Libraries #Reading #Articles
📚 We’re almost at the end of our A–Z #ReadingChallenge! This month we’re celebrating V and W.
From the cosy charm of Val Wood to the suspenseful twists of Tim Weaver, there’s something for every kind of reader.
Pick up a #library #book by an author whose name starts with V or W to join in...
From the cosy charm of Val Wood to the suspenseful twists of Tim Weaver, there’s something for every kind of reader.
Pick up a #library #book by an author whose name starts with V or W to join in...
November 3, 2025 at 2:50 PM
📚 We’re almost at the end of our A–Z #ReadingChallenge! This month we’re celebrating V and W.
From the cosy charm of Val Wood to the suspenseful twists of Tim Weaver, there’s something for every kind of reader.
Pick up a #library #book by an author whose name starts with V or W to join in...
From the cosy charm of Val Wood to the suspenseful twists of Tim Weaver, there’s something for every kind of reader.
Pick up a #library #book by an author whose name starts with V or W to join in...
We'd love to know - which #non-fiction #books are sparking your interest this Autumn?
Are you delving into our #science section, taking on a #crafting project and looking for inspiration, or making plans for some winter sun with the help of one of our guidebooks. Let us know below.
#MondayMusing
Are you delving into our #science section, taking on a #crafting project and looking for inspiration, or making plans for some winter sun with the help of one of our guidebooks. Let us know below.
#MondayMusing
November 3, 2025 at 2:39 PM
We'd love to know - which #non-fiction #books are sparking your interest this Autumn?
Are you delving into our #science section, taking on a #crafting project and looking for inspiration, or making plans for some winter sun with the help of one of our guidebooks. Let us know below.
#MondayMusing
Are you delving into our #science section, taking on a #crafting project and looking for inspiration, or making plans for some winter sun with the help of one of our guidebooks. Let us know below.
#MondayMusing
Who's excited for this Saturday?
From 1st of November Lostwithiel Library will be trialling Saturday opening 9am-12noon 🎉
See you there?
#Lostwithiel #Cornwall #Library #HalfTermActivities #CornwallKids #CornwallFamilies #Books
From 1st of November Lostwithiel Library will be trialling Saturday opening 9am-12noon 🎉
See you there?
#Lostwithiel #Cornwall #Library #HalfTermActivities #CornwallKids #CornwallFamilies #Books
October 29, 2025 at 10:26 AM
Who's excited for this Saturday?
From 1st of November Lostwithiel Library will be trialling Saturday opening 9am-12noon 🎉
See you there?
#Lostwithiel #Cornwall #Library #HalfTermActivities #CornwallKids #CornwallFamilies #Books
From 1st of November Lostwithiel Library will be trialling Saturday opening 9am-12noon 🎉
See you there?
#Lostwithiel #Cornwall #Library #HalfTermActivities #CornwallKids #CornwallFamilies #Books
We’re excited to announce this year’s Hall for Cornwall drawing competition 🥁
To celebrate this year’s festive pantomime adventure, Aladdin, we’re asking you to design your perfect magic carpet! 💫
Pick up a competition sheet from your local
#Cornwall library to take part. Closing date Mon 3rd Nov
To celebrate this year’s festive pantomime adventure, Aladdin, we’re asking you to design your perfect magic carpet! 💫
Pick up a competition sheet from your local
#Cornwall library to take part. Closing date Mon 3rd Nov
October 28, 2025 at 5:26 PM
We’re excited to announce this year’s Hall for Cornwall drawing competition 🥁
To celebrate this year’s festive pantomime adventure, Aladdin, we’re asking you to design your perfect magic carpet! 💫
Pick up a competition sheet from your local
#Cornwall library to take part. Closing date Mon 3rd Nov
To celebrate this year’s festive pantomime adventure, Aladdin, we’re asking you to design your perfect magic carpet! 💫
Pick up a competition sheet from your local
#Cornwall library to take part. Closing date Mon 3rd Nov
📚 #MondayMusing 💭
Are you a one-book-at-a-time reader, or do you love to juggle several stories at once? 🤹♀️✨
Some of us like to stay loyal to one book until the very last page, while others keep a whole stack on the go — a chapter here, a chapter there!
Tell us your style in the comments 👇
#Books
Are you a one-book-at-a-time reader, or do you love to juggle several stories at once? 🤹♀️✨
Some of us like to stay loyal to one book until the very last page, while others keep a whole stack on the go — a chapter here, a chapter there!
Tell us your style in the comments 👇
#Books
October 20, 2025 at 11:05 AM
📚 #MondayMusing 💭
Are you a one-book-at-a-time reader, or do you love to juggle several stories at once? 🤹♀️✨
Some of us like to stay loyal to one book until the very last page, while others keep a whole stack on the go — a chapter here, a chapter there!
Tell us your style in the comments 👇
#Books
Are you a one-book-at-a-time reader, or do you love to juggle several stories at once? 🤹♀️✨
Some of us like to stay loyal to one book until the very last page, while others keep a whole stack on the go — a chapter here, a chapter there!
Tell us your style in the comments 👇
#Books
🎧 Available instantly on BorrowBox e-audio!
tinyurl.com/BorrowBoxGuide
Dive into these top titles:
🔥 Fire on the Horizon by #WilburSmith — epic historical adventure set against the Boer War, filled with courage, conflict, and survival.
tinyurl.com/BorrowBoxGuide
Dive into these top titles:
🔥 Fire on the Horizon by #WilburSmith — epic historical adventure set against the Boer War, filled with courage, conflict, and survival.
October 1, 2025 at 11:46 AM
🎧 Available instantly on BorrowBox e-audio!
tinyurl.com/BorrowBoxGuide
Dive into these top titles:
🔥 Fire on the Horizon by #WilburSmith — epic historical adventure set against the Boer War, filled with courage, conflict, and survival.
tinyurl.com/BorrowBoxGuide
Dive into these top titles:
🔥 Fire on the Horizon by #WilburSmith — epic historical adventure set against the Boer War, filled with courage, conflict, and survival.
Imagine you’re the librarian for a day… 📚✨
What new collection, event, or display would you introduce in your library — and why?
👇 Share your thoughts in the comments — who knows, you might inspire something new in our libraries.
#MondayMusings #CornwallLibraries #Library #Cornwall #Reading
What new collection, event, or display would you introduce in your library — and why?
👇 Share your thoughts in the comments — who knows, you might inspire something new in our libraries.
#MondayMusings #CornwallLibraries #Library #Cornwall #Reading
September 29, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Imagine you’re the librarian for a day… 📚✨
What new collection, event, or display would you introduce in your library — and why?
👇 Share your thoughts in the comments — who knows, you might inspire something new in our libraries.
#MondayMusings #CornwallLibraries #Library #Cornwall #Reading
What new collection, event, or display would you introduce in your library — and why?
👇 Share your thoughts in the comments — who knows, you might inspire something new in our libraries.
#MondayMusings #CornwallLibraries #Library #Cornwall #Reading
This #Sleeptember we've been spotlighting library resources to help reduce screen-time and improve sleep...
1) 📚 Books at bedtime - unwinding with a good book can be a great way to build in some downtime and relax before bed, without the blue-light. Borrow for free from your local library.
1) 📚 Books at bedtime - unwinding with a good book can be a great way to build in some downtime and relax before bed, without the blue-light. Borrow for free from your local library.
September 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
This #Sleeptember we've been spotlighting library resources to help reduce screen-time and improve sleep...
1) 📚 Books at bedtime - unwinding with a good book can be a great way to build in some downtime and relax before bed, without the blue-light. Borrow for free from your local library.
1) 📚 Books at bedtime - unwinding with a good book can be a great way to build in some downtime and relax before bed, without the blue-light. Borrow for free from your local library.
Tired of a certain sassy owl? 🦉🤨
We've got you covered!
Join us on Transparent Languages for ad-free, judgement-free #LanguageLearning. Learn when and where it suits you with our handy mobile app.
FREE with Cornwall Libraries 😎
tinyurl.com/TransparentLanguageGuide
#Cornwall #Library #Learning
We've got you covered!
Join us on Transparent Languages for ad-free, judgement-free #LanguageLearning. Learn when and where it suits you with our handy mobile app.
FREE with Cornwall Libraries 😎
tinyurl.com/TransparentLanguageGuide
#Cornwall #Library #Learning
September 16, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Tired of a certain sassy owl? 🦉🤨
We've got you covered!
Join us on Transparent Languages for ad-free, judgement-free #LanguageLearning. Learn when and where it suits you with our handy mobile app.
FREE with Cornwall Libraries 😎
tinyurl.com/TransparentLanguageGuide
#Cornwall #Library #Learning
We've got you covered!
Join us on Transparent Languages for ad-free, judgement-free #LanguageLearning. Learn when and where it suits you with our handy mobile app.
FREE with Cornwall Libraries 😎
tinyurl.com/TransparentLanguageGuide
#Cornwall #Library #Learning
The Great British Bake Off is back tonight – and we can’t wait for the showstoppers, soggy bottom & Hollywood handshakes.
Why not join in the fun at home? Borrow one of our brilliant #baking and #cookery books to whip up something delicious while you watch the drama unfold in the tent.
#GBBO #Yum
Why not join in the fun at home? Borrow one of our brilliant #baking and #cookery books to whip up something delicious while you watch the drama unfold in the tent.
#GBBO #Yum
September 2, 2025 at 12:06 PM
As the holidays draw to a close, the Summer Reading Challenge finish line is in sight! You’ve still got until 13th Sep to finish your books & get down to your local library to claim your treasure.
Not started yet? Not a problem! It's not too late to join in the fun. Sign up with Cornwall Libraries
Not started yet? Not a problem! It's not too late to join in the fun. Sign up with Cornwall Libraries
September 1, 2025 at 5:09 PM
As the holidays draw to a close, the Summer Reading Challenge finish line is in sight! You’ve still got until 13th Sep to finish your books & get down to your local library to claim your treasure.
Not started yet? Not a problem! It's not too late to join in the fun. Sign up with Cornwall Libraries
Not started yet? Not a problem! It's not too late to join in the fun. Sign up with Cornwall Libraries
📣 Forest for Cornwall are very excited to have teamed up with Cornwall Libraries to host two special free performances of Squashbox Theatre's 'Tales from the Trees' in Newquay and Camborne...
August 27, 2025 at 2:46 PM
📣 Forest for Cornwall are very excited to have teamed up with Cornwall Libraries to host two special free performances of Squashbox Theatre's 'Tales from the Trees' in Newquay and Camborne...
✨One moment you’re in a Cornish field with your horse, the next you’re sailing the high seas, climbing a mountain, or stepping into another world entirely! That’s the magic of the #SummerReadingChallenge — your book is the ticket & your imagination does the travelling. ✨
#CornwallLife #CornwallKids
#CornwallLife #CornwallKids
August 27, 2025 at 2:42 PM
✨One moment you’re in a Cornish field with your horse, the next you’re sailing the high seas, climbing a mountain, or stepping into another world entirely! That’s the magic of the #SummerReadingChallenge — your book is the ticket & your imagination does the travelling. ✨
#CornwallLife #CornwallKids
#CornwallLife #CornwallKids
Kate Atkinson's gripping novel When Will There Be Good News? is now available on BorrowBox as an eBook — with no queues this month. That means you can start reading straight away!
Perfect for fans of twisty plots, great characters, fab stories!
#CornwallLibraries #CornwallLibraryService
Perfect for fans of twisty plots, great characters, fab stories!
#CornwallLibraries #CornwallLibraryService
August 21, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Kate Atkinson's gripping novel When Will There Be Good News? is now available on BorrowBox as an eBook — with no queues this month. That means you can start reading straight away!
Perfect for fans of twisty plots, great characters, fab stories!
#CornwallLibraries #CornwallLibraryService
Perfect for fans of twisty plots, great characters, fab stories!
#CornwallLibraries #CornwallLibraryService
Want to check your #BloodPressure without the hassle?
Did you know that you can borrow a blood pressure monitor from #Cornwall Libraries – just like a book? Take it home, pop the kettle on, and check your blood pressure in your own time, in your own space. Ask in branch or reserve on our catalogue
Did you know that you can borrow a blood pressure monitor from #Cornwall Libraries – just like a book? Take it home, pop the kettle on, and check your blood pressure in your own time, in your own space. Ask in branch or reserve on our catalogue
August 13, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Want to check your #BloodPressure without the hassle?
Did you know that you can borrow a blood pressure monitor from #Cornwall Libraries – just like a book? Take it home, pop the kettle on, and check your blood pressure in your own time, in your own space. Ask in branch or reserve on our catalogue
Did you know that you can borrow a blood pressure monitor from #Cornwall Libraries – just like a book? Take it home, pop the kettle on, and check your blood pressure in your own time, in your own space. Ask in branch or reserve on our catalogue
Harbour Housing are making great use of some of our former #library stock in #StAustellCornwall. Perfect for us to give our withdrawn stock a new lease of life, while making way for new titles on our own shelves, as well as helping us to reach more people in the local community. #Cornwall #Books
August 12, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Harbour Housing are making great use of some of our former #library stock in #StAustellCornwall. Perfect for us to give our withdrawn stock a new lease of life, while making way for new titles on our own shelves, as well as helping us to reach more people in the local community. #Cornwall #Books
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Cornish children taking on this year's Summer Reading Challenge with @cornwalllibraries.bsky.social can enjoy a swimming session too. 31% of local children leave school unable to swim 25m unaided, so sign up at: www.cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-mu...
#partnership @activepartnerships.bsky.social
#partnership @activepartnerships.bsky.social
July 22, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Cornish children taking on this year's Summer Reading Challenge with @cornwalllibraries.bsky.social can enjoy a swimming session too. 31% of local children leave school unable to swim 25m unaided, so sign up at: www.cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-mu...
#partnership @activepartnerships.bsky.social
#partnership @activepartnerships.bsky.social
Over 6617 children across #Cornwall have signed up to the #SummerReadingChallenge2025 already. There's still plenty of time to join in, with #books to be read, prizes to be won & activities taking place in our #libraries all summer; And it's all FREE!
👉 www.cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-mu...
👉 www.cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-mu...
August 11, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Over 6617 children across #Cornwall have signed up to the #SummerReadingChallenge2025 already. There's still plenty of time to join in, with #books to be read, prizes to be won & activities taking place in our #libraries all summer; And it's all FREE!
👉 www.cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-mu...
👉 www.cornwall.gov.uk/libraries-mu...
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#NEWS: 📚 Children in Cornwall are invited to join this year’s Summer Reading Challenge with @cornwalllibraries.bsky.social!
The national event encourages kids to read over the summer.
The theme, Story Garden, celebrates the magic of stories and nature.
🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...
The national event encourages kids to read over the summer.
The theme, Story Garden, celebrates the magic of stories and nature.
🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...
Cornwall’s libraries welcome children to take part in this year’s ‘story garden’ Summer Reading Challenge
Last year more than 8,500 children in Cornwall took part
www.cornwall.gov.uk
June 27, 2025 at 8:48 AM
#NEWS: 📚 Children in Cornwall are invited to join this year’s Summer Reading Challenge with @cornwalllibraries.bsky.social!
The national event encourages kids to read over the summer.
The theme, Story Garden, celebrates the magic of stories and nature.
🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...
The national event encourages kids to read over the summer.
The theme, Story Garden, celebrates the magic of stories and nature.
🔗 www.cornwall.gov.uk/council-news...
Thank you to all who came to see us at Liskeard Pride! We're proud that libraries are inclusive, community spaces, holding a wealth of stories from all walks of life, whether you're looking for a character just like you or seeing the world through another person's eyes. Next up Truro Pride 26th July
July 8, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Thank you to all who came to see us at Liskeard Pride! We're proud that libraries are inclusive, community spaces, holding a wealth of stories from all walks of life, whether you're looking for a character just like you or seeing the world through another person's eyes. Next up Truro Pride 26th July
No queues, just great reads🎧 📚
🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️This Pride Month, why not explore something a little different? Bi by Julia Shaw is available now on BorrowBox -no waiting, free with your #Library card.
Part #science, part #history, part personal journey, it’s an eye-opening look at the “B” in #LGBTQ+
#Cornwall
🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️This Pride Month, why not explore something a little different? Bi by Julia Shaw is available now on BorrowBox -no waiting, free with your #Library card.
Part #science, part #history, part personal journey, it’s an eye-opening look at the “B” in #LGBTQ+
#Cornwall
July 1, 2025 at 8:37 AM
No queues, just great reads🎧 📚
🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️This Pride Month, why not explore something a little different? Bi by Julia Shaw is available now on BorrowBox -no waiting, free with your #Library card.
Part #science, part #history, part personal journey, it’s an eye-opening look at the “B” in #LGBTQ+
#Cornwall
🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️This Pride Month, why not explore something a little different? Bi by Julia Shaw is available now on BorrowBox -no waiting, free with your #Library card.
Part #science, part #history, part personal journey, it’s an eye-opening look at the “B” in #LGBTQ+
#Cornwall
Helston Library are back on Instagram! 🎉Give them a follow at @helston.library - www.instagram.com/helston.library.
#Helston #HelstonCornwall #WhatsOnCornwall #CornwallKids #CornwallLife #CornwallLibraries #CornwallReading #CornwallBookworms #CornwallCommunity
#Helston #HelstonCornwall #WhatsOnCornwall #CornwallKids #CornwallLife #CornwallLibraries #CornwallReading #CornwallBookworms #CornwallCommunity
June 4, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Helston Library are back on Instagram! 🎉Give them a follow at @helston.library - www.instagram.com/helston.library.
#Helston #HelstonCornwall #WhatsOnCornwall #CornwallKids #CornwallLife #CornwallLibraries #CornwallReading #CornwallBookworms #CornwallCommunity
#Helston #HelstonCornwall #WhatsOnCornwall #CornwallKids #CornwallLife #CornwallLibraries #CornwallReading #CornwallBookworms #CornwallCommunity
This week is #VolunteersWeek and we want to say a big THANK YOU!
Our #volunteers help us with everything from the Summer Reading Challenge, to shelving books & running STEM sessions. Speak to your local #library to find out what opportunities are available in your area 👉 tinyurl.com/YourLocalCor...
Our #volunteers help us with everything from the Summer Reading Challenge, to shelving books & running STEM sessions. Speak to your local #library to find out what opportunities are available in your area 👉 tinyurl.com/YourLocalCor...
June 3, 2025 at 11:01 AM
This week is #VolunteersWeek and we want to say a big THANK YOU!
Our #volunteers help us with everything from the Summer Reading Challenge, to shelving books & running STEM sessions. Speak to your local #library to find out what opportunities are available in your area 👉 tinyurl.com/YourLocalCor...
Our #volunteers help us with everything from the Summer Reading Challenge, to shelving books & running STEM sessions. Speak to your local #library to find out what opportunities are available in your area 👉 tinyurl.com/YourLocalCor...
Who's excited for #RoyalCornwallShow2025 this week?! 🎉🐄🐖🐑
You'll find us at stand 140 👀 with games, crafts, #Storytime, and a library van full of #books. Come and find out about all the FREE resources your #library card gives you access to and enter our competition for a chance to win a tablet.
You'll find us at stand 140 👀 with games, crafts, #Storytime, and a library van full of #books. Come and find out about all the FREE resources your #library card gives you access to and enter our competition for a chance to win a tablet.
June 3, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Who's excited for #RoyalCornwallShow2025 this week?! 🎉🐄🐖🐑
You'll find us at stand 140 👀 with games, crafts, #Storytime, and a library van full of #books. Come and find out about all the FREE resources your #library card gives you access to and enter our competition for a chance to win a tablet.
You'll find us at stand 140 👀 with games, crafts, #Storytime, and a library van full of #books. Come and find out about all the FREE resources your #library card gives you access to and enter our competition for a chance to win a tablet.