Festivals and Events, Workshops and Clubs

Wednesday Knitting and Crochet group at Altrincham Library

Whether you're a lifelong crafter, picking up your needles or hook again after a break, or looking to learn from others, this Knitting and Crochet Group offers a warm welcome to all abilities.

Bring along your latest project, share ideas and inspiration, swap tips and techniques, or simply enjoy some creative time in the company of fellow yarn enthusiasts.

The group is about more than crafting. It's a chance to meet new people, enjoy conversation and become part of a supportive community.

It's completely free and there is no need to sign up or book a place – just come along and join in!

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

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Location: Altrincham Library
Date: 5 August 2026 – 31 March 2027
Time: Multiple sessions — see below
Where held: In person only
Age range: Ages 18-100
Price: Free

Upcoming sessions

23 September 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
30 September 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
7 October 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
14 October 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
21 October 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Showing the next 5 of 28 sessions.

Family friendly
Toilets

Altrincham Library

2 Pott Street
Altrincham
WA14 1AH

01619123189

libraries@trafford.gov.uk

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1 August 2026 – 27 March 2027

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Saturday LEGO® Club at Altrincham Library

Build epic creations, tackle exciting challenges and enjoy family fun together at our weekly LEGO® Club.

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

20 July 2026 – 29 March 2027

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Monday Storytime at Altrincham Library

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21 September 2026 – 8 March 2027

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Monday Chatterbooks at Altrincham Library Library

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8 September 2026 – 23 March 2027

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Tuesday Afternoon Shared Reading Group at Altrincham Library

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