Festivals and Events

Thursday Morning Readers’ Group at Old Trafford Library

Looking for your next great read and some friendly conversation? Pull up a chair, grab a coffee and join the Thursday Morning Readers' Group at Old Trafford Library.

If you enjoy reading and discovering new authors, why not join this friendly and welcoming readers' group. Whether you're a lifelong book lover or simply looking to read something different, the 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.

Take time for great books and great conversation at Old Trafford Library's Morning Readers' Group – the last Thursday of the month at 10.30am.

Upcoming Reads:
- 24 September - Any Human Heart by William Boyd
- 29 October - Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell
- 26 November - The Deportees by William Boyd
- 31 December - The Searcher by Tana French

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.

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Location: Old Trafford 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

24 September 10:30 am – 11:30 am
29 October 10:30 am – 11:30 am
26 November 10:30 am – 11:30 am
31 December 10:30 am – 11:30 am
28 January 2027 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Showing the next 5 of 7 sessions.

Family friendly
Toilets
Café on site
Free Parking

Old Trafford Library

Limelight 1 St Brides Way
Old Trafford
M16 9NW

01619123189

libraries@trafford.gov.uk

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