Families, Festivals and Events

Monday Storytime at Altrincham Library

Drop into Altrincham Library's weekly Storytime, where books are brought to life through magical tales!

It's the perfect hangout for under fives to learn, laugh and have fun together in a safe, inclusive and welcoming space.

Beyond the fun, Storytime gives children a huge head start in life, building essential early literacy skills and developing social confidence.

It's completely free and there is no need to sign up or book a place - places are allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

Just come along and join in! For more information, call 0161 912 3189.

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Little girl in yellow dress with sunglasses on sat on a big chair holding a very big book - with background of book shelves.

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Location: Altrincham Library
Date: 20 July 2026 – 29 March 2027
Time: Multiple sessions — see below
Where held: In person only
Age range: Ages 0-5
Price: Free

Upcoming sessions

9 November 11:00 am – 11:30 am
16 November 11:00 am – 11:30 am
23 November 11:00 am – 11:30 am
30 November 11:00 am – 11:30 am
7 December 11:00 am – 11:30 am

Showing the next 5 of 20 sessions.

Family friendly
Toilets

Altrincham Library

2 Pott Street
Altrincham
WA14 1AH

01619123189

libraries@trafford.gov.uk

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