Festivals and Events

Thursday Afternoon Readers' Group at Urmston Library


A friendly and relaxed readers' group where book lovers can discover new authors, share their views and enjoy great conversations over great books.

Whether you're a lifelong book lover or simply looking to read something different, this friendly readers’ group is a wonderful way to share thoughts, exchange recommendations and explore a wide variety of books.

From contemporary fiction and historical novels to thought-provoking classics and bestselling favourites, each month brings a new title and an opportunity to enjoy lively discussion in a relaxed and informal setting.

Readers' groups offer more than just a chance to talk about books. They provide an opportunity to meet new people, broaden your reading horizons and gain fresh perspectives from fellow readers. You may even discover a genre, author or story you would never have picked up on your own.

Looking for your next great read and some friendly conversation? Pull up a chair, grab a cuppa and join Urmston Library's Afternoon Readers' Group on the fourth Thursday of the month.

Upcoming Reads:
- 24 September - Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver
- 22 October - The Cost of Living by Deborah Levy
- 26 November - Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
- 17 December - The Girls by Lisa Jewell
- 28 January - Heartburn by Nora Ephron
- 25 February - Engleby by Sebastian Faulks

It's completely free to join but places are limited – just register your interest by email at: libraries@trafford.gov.uk

To find out more information on the library and its facilities, just click on venue; for anything else visit the Trafford Libraries website or pop into any Trafford Library.

Women in discussion at a reading group
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Location
Urmston Library
Date
24 September 2026 – 25 March 2027
Time
Multiple sessions — see below
Where held
In person only
Age range
Ages 18-100
Price
Free

Upcoming sessions

  • 22 October 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • 26 November 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • 17 December 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • 28 January 2027 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
  • 25 February 2027 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Showing the next 5 of 6 sessions.

  • Family friendly

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