National Literacy Trust in Salford

06/10/2026

Reading together is a great way to connect, build special memories and help you both relax.

Whether it’s a book about unicorns, a superhero comic or an adventure story about a child just like yours, reading together can help spark their imagination and boost their wellbeing. 🦄 💥

is our campaign to promote the wellbeing benefits of reading. This World Mental Health Day, whatever your family is into, take 10 minutes to read into it.

02/10/2026

Life is busy and it isn’t always easy to find time for yourself.

We’re encouraging everyone to on and around World Mental Health Day, Saturday 10 October. 🩵

Reading is a great way to calm your mind and boost your mood. Whether it’s a comic, magazine, audiobook or favourite story, taking just 10 minutes to read can help you relax and connect with others. 🤗

Find out more and get involved: literacytrust.org.uk/take10

01/10/2026

Reading can help you relax and boost your wellbeing, so why not connect with others at Mind in Salford's poetry event?

As part of this World Mental Health Day, we're pleased to share this free poetry workshop from Mind in Salford.

Led by local poet, Keith's Brother, the session will explore this year's theme, 'Lived experiences heard: Real voices, real change', and is open to people of all writing backgrounds.

Please see the post below for more details. We'd love to see you getting involved!

We all have a story, and we want to hear yours.

Join Mind in Salford, Rainbow Mind GM, and poet Keith's Brother ahead of this year's World Mental Health Day to share your lived experience. Because real voices can create real change.

This free workshop is open to everyone, whether you've written poetry or stories before, or have never given it a go. Come along, try something new, connect with your community, and discover the power of sharing your story.

FREE
Thursday 8 October, 6-8PM
The Angel Center, Salford, M3 6FA
Get your free ticket: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2001872665030?aff=oddtdtcreator

24/09/2026

Calling all schools, organisations, community groups and individuals... don't miss your chance to take part in our attempt to set a new world record!

Will you take 10 minutes to read and help to set a new world record?

On Thursday 8 October, in partnership with British Council, we’ll attempt to set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the most people reading online in 12 hours. It’s part of our campaign in the .

Join online sessions with authors and influencers throughout the day and be part of a global shared reading moment. Schools, businesses, community groups, families and individuals can all get involved.

Sign up and take 10 minutes to read into what you love: https://loom.ly/ycVOruU

10/09/2026

We’re halfway through the Salford 100 creative writing competition, have you signed up yet?✏

In partnership with the Salford Museum and Art Gallery, we’re inviting Salfordians of all ages to explore the free Salford 100 exhibition, pick an object that sparks their imagination, and turn it into something amazing!

It could be a story, poem, song, diary entry or something completely different, whatever it is, we want to read it.

There’s still plenty of time to get creative. Don’t miss your chance to win a £50 voucher or a £40 book bundle! Submit your entry before 17 October.

Whether you’ve already started writing or haven’t put pen to paper yet, now’s the perfect time to get involved.

Ready to turn an object into a story? Find out more and sign up at https://literacytrust.org.uk/communities/salford/

The Salford 100 creative writing competition opens tomorrow! 🎉

In partnership with the Salford Museum and Art Gallery, we're inviting Salfordians of all ages to explore the free Salford 100 exhibition, pick an object that sparks their imagination, and turn it into something amazing. A story, poem, song, comic, diary entry or something completely different, we can't wait to read it!

Here's all you need to know:

Where? Salford Museum & Art Gallery.
Opens tomorrow (5 August) and closes 17 October 2026.

It's free to enter and open to all ages across four age groups (0 to 6, 7 to 12, 13 to 17 and 18+)

There will also be free creative writing workshops every Wednesday across August at the museum to help inspire your entry, and the maximum word count for the competition is 500 words.

And of course, there's also a prize! You can win either a £50 voucher or a £40 book bundle.

Ready to get writing? Visit literacytrust.org.uk/salford to find out more!

04/09/2026

03/09/2026

A love of sport can kick-start a love of reading.

When children talk about something they enjoy, they’re developing their literacy skills.

As part of the National Year of Reading, help your family get even more from the sports they love by starting a debate! Discuss team tactics, sporting legends and the importance of teamwork over a family meal or on a car journey. There's no right answer, because it’s all about sharing ideas and listening to other opinions.

Which sporting opinion would you defend to the end?

Not sure where to look? Get started: https://goallin.org.uk/sport/

27/08/2026

A love of sport can kick-start a love of reading.

When children write about something they enjoy, they explore their passions while building important literacy skills. It’s a win-win.

As part of the National Year of Reading, help your family get even more from the sports they love by writing a list of facts about a sportsperson they admire. Research their career highlights and personal achievements. It’s a great way to build knowledge and communication skills.

Which sportsperson are you researching?

Not sure where to look? Get started: https://goallin.org.uk/sport/

20/08/2026

A love of sport can kick-start a love of reading.

When children read, write or talk about something they enjoy, they deepen their interests while building important literacy skills. It’s a win-win.

As part of the National Year of Reading, help your family get even more from the sports they love by drawing a comic strip retelling a great sporting moment. Capture the drama, excitement and celebration using pictures, speech bubbles and captions to bring the story to life.

Which sporting moment inspires your comic?

Not sure where to look? Get started: https://goallin.org.uk/sport/

13/08/2026

A love of sport can kick-start a love of reading.

When children talk about something they enjoy, they’re developing their literacy skills. It’s a chance to put their thoughts into words and build confidence in their communication.

As part of the National Year of Reading, help your family get even more from the sports they love by talking about why you love your favourite sport. Share your enthusiasm and hear what others enjoy too.

Tell us why your favourite sport, team or athlete is the best!

Not sure where to look? Get started: https://goallin.org.uk/sport/