Ratby Community Library

Ratby Community Library Ratby Community Library is a welcoming venue for the whole community to enjoy, not just for books but to bring individuals and families together.

Its a place to explore groups, meet new faces and partake in some sweet treats from the cafe!

Saturday 22nd - the uniform swop shop needs your help! We have a LOT of donated items which need a bit of a sort through...
21/08/2026

Saturday 22nd - the uniform swop shop needs your help!

We have a LOT of donated items which need a bit of a sort through so if anyone can spare an hour to help out it would be amazing.
Open 10am-12pm.

Thank you.

Unfortunately, the library will be closed this afternoon, Friday 21st August due to volunteer shortage.Please please do ...
21/08/2026

Unfortunately, the library will be closed this afternoon, Friday 21st August due to volunteer shortage.

Please please do consider joining our wonderful volunteer team and help us keep our library open!

LAST CHANCE for the Uniform Swop-Shop!There are just 5 days left before school returns and we have lots of uniform avail...
20/08/2026

LAST CHANCE for the Uniform Swop-Shop!
There are just 5 days left before school returns and we have lots of uniform available.

The following times are our open sessions where you can pop in to browse:

Friday: 21st 2-4.30pm
Sat 22nd: 10am-12pm
Monday 24th: 10am-12.30pm or 2-4.30pm
Tuesday 25th: 2-4.30pm

Ratby and Brookvale uniforms only.

Unfortunately due to shortage of volunteers the library will be closed this afternoon, Friday 14th August.
14/08/2026

Unfortunately due to shortage of volunteers the library will be closed this afternoon, Friday 14th August.

Its here.....The details for the Toy Sale 2026!!When: Sunday 6th SeptemberTimes: 10am - 2pmIndoor and Outdoor stalls ava...
06/08/2026

Its here.....The details for the Toy Sale 2026!!

When: Sunday 6th September
Times: 10am - 2pm
Indoor and Outdoor stalls available for £5 each.
OR drop off your toys from 3rd September onwards for the library to sell.

This is for CHILDREN'S TOYS only. Strictly no clothing apart from Fancy Dress outfits.
Toys must be clean, safe and in working order. Batteries may be removed.
NO business or wholesale bookings please.

Toys remaining at the end can be donated to Rainbows Hospice Shops.

Sign up for a stall here: https://form.jotform.com/260985184556066

Payment details included on the form and will be sent by confirmation email. Payment must be made in advance to secure the booking and cannot be refunded within 48hrs of the event. Cash payment can be accepted at the library counter.

Thurssday 6th August - Wriggly Readers is going outdoors!We will be at Ferndale Park, Ratby from 1030am for stories and ...
05/08/2026

Thurssday 6th August - Wriggly Readers is going outdoors!

We will be at Ferndale Park, Ratby from 1030am for stories and song.
Bring a picnic or snacks and stay for play after the session.

Hats / suncream highly recommended!
Chairs / blankets optional.

Hello August! ⏰ This month we have our reduced opening hours - see times below.👔The Uniform Swop Shop is open all summer...
01/08/2026

Hello August!

⏰ This month we have our reduced opening hours - see times below.

👔The Uniform Swop Shop is open all summer so pop in to swop, drop-off or pick up (suggested donation £1 per item). Ratby and Brookvale uniforms only.

📚🔖 🌟 🎶The The Reading Agency Summer Reading Challenge is well underway but there is time to still sign up and complete the 6-read challenge! Pop in to update your progress or join for FREE! The challenge has been extended this year until 12th September!
This year's theme is and we will have a pop up music activity later in the summer.

📚Book Club are having their summer social at The Bulls HEad on Tues 4th from 7.30pm. All welcome.

⁉The monthly Quiz is on as usual - 14th August.

And.....the return of Lego ® Club - Sat 22nd Aug.

Coming Soon in September: Toy Sale, Charity Coffee Morning and the return of Ratby Wombles!

Coming Soon!!!!With summer holidays often comes the inevitable clear-out of the toys and games that get put aside all ye...
26/07/2026

Coming Soon!!!!

With summer holidays often comes the inevitable clear-out of the toys and games that get put aside all year.
So we are going to hold a toy sale at the end of the summer holidays - Date TBC.

We will have stalls indoors (and outside if the weather permits) and you can have your own stall OR donate to the library for us sell.

Let us know who's interested?!

Thanks,

Ppppop on down to ppick up a pppenguin 🐧 mini craft.Parent penguin supervision required especially for use of scissors.T...
23/07/2026

Ppppop on down to ppick up a pppenguin 🐧 mini craft.
Parent penguin supervision required especially for use of scissors.

There's limited resources available so once they're gone they're gone!!

Here's some creative penguins made at Ratby Wriggly Readers this morning!

The Uniform Swop Shop is officially open for the summer.Please check our summer opening times as we have reduced some ho...
18/07/2026

The Uniform Swop Shop is officially open for the summer.

Please check our summer opening times as we have reduced some hours.

Donations of clean, good condition uniforms accepted (no underwear including socks/tights) for RATBY PRIMARY 🟢 and BROOKVALE 🔵 only!!!

🔴 we have had a small donation of small size red uniforms, possibly Lady Jane Grey?
Its mostly jumpers/cardigans, black trousers and a couple of gingham dresses, all small sizes. Please pop in if this is of use to you.

Swap items, donate or make a small donation (suggested £1/item).

Address

Main Street
Kirby Muxloe
LE60LN

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 12:30pm
2pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday 2pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday 2pm - 4:30pm
Thursday 2pm - 4:30pm
Friday 2pm - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+441162393157

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