Festivals and Events

Thursday Afternoon Children’s Creative Writing Club at Stretford Library

Join this Children’s Creative Writing Group at Stretford Library for a fun-filled adventure with words.

Through games, writing challenges and imaginative activities, children can invent characters, create exciting worlds, write stories and poems, and discover just how much fun putting their ideas to paper can be.

Creative writing also helps children strengthen literacy, vocabulary and communication skills, while encouraging imagination and creative thinking. There’s no need to be a brilliant speller or already love writing. The emphasis is on having a go, using your imagination and enjoying being creative.

It's completely free but places are limited – just register your interest by emailing libraries@trafford.gov.uk or calling 0161 912 3189.

To find out more information about the club, please email: anneatnextsteps2@gmail.com

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Location: Stretford Library
Date: 8 October 2026 – 11 March 2027
Time: Multiple sessions — see below
Where held: In person only
Age range: Ages 7-11
Price: Free

Upcoming sessions

12 November 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
10 December 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
14 January 2027 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
11 February 2027 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
11 March 2027 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Family friendly
Toilets

Stretford Library

Bennet Street
Stretford
M32 8AP

01619123189

libraries@trafford.gov.uk

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