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Special events
Banstead Dementia Aware information day
Wednesday 24 September, from 10.30am to 2pm.
Join us at Banstead Library for a Dementia Awareness Information Day, hosted by Banstead Primary Care Network.
This drop-in event is open to anyone interested in learning more about dementia and the support available to those affected. Whether you are seeking information for yourself, a loved one, or your community, you are warmly welcome.
At 11am, there will be a presentation covering various aspects of living with dementia, followed by a Question and answer session.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Pebble rhymetime and storytime
Pebble rhymetime
- Every Tuesday from 10.15am until 10.45am
- Every Friday from 10.15am until 10.45am
Please note: you now have to book for Rhymetime. Due to its popularity our Pebble Rhymetimes at Banstead Library will now be ticketed on a first come, first served, basis. Customers can come to the help desk and get a ticket from staff before the session. We can accommodate up to 25 adults with any of their children.
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Storytime
Every Thursday from 10.15am until 10.45am
Places allocated on a first come first served basis. Tickets available from the library desk on the day.
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Reading groups
There are currently two Reading Groups at this library. Both groups are currently full. The book groups are held in the library but are coordinated by the group members who set the meeting dates, times and books.
If you wish to set up an additional group, please speak to a member of staff in the library or please see our webpage, Starting a reading group.
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Chatterbooks group
Chatterbooks sessions run on a Saturday, once every four weeks from from 11am until 12 noon, on the following dates:
- 27 September
- 25 October
- 22 November
- 3 January 2026
Group suitable for children aged around 9 to 11 years old. The group will meet for a one hour session to discuss a book, to enjoy some crafts and activities and to be given the book to read for the next session.
This Chatterbooks group is currently full, however, if your child (aged 8-11 years) is interested in joining a group please register their details at the help desk and we will let you know when a space becomes available.
Other events
Knit and natter
Every Tuesday from 2pm until 3pm.
Coffee and company
First Friday of every month from 11am to 12 midday.
Join us for a relaxed morning of conversation and community over a cup of coffee or tea. It’s a great way to meet new people and enjoy friendly chats in a welcoming space.
No booking required. Admission is free.
Lego club
Lego club runs on a Saturday, once every four weeks from 2pm to 4pm. Upcoming dates:
- 27 September
- 25 October
- 22 November
- 20 December
- 17 January 2026
Please book at the help desk. Cost: £1 per child.
Suitable for ages 4+ with an adult present please.
Digital support volunteer
- Wednesdays at 1pm and 2pm
- Saturdays at 10am and 11am
Do you want help using a computer, the internet, your iPad, tablet or iPhone, or other IT related problems?
Two digital support volunteers are now available at Banstead Library.
Please book an appointment in Banstead Library.
Please see our Digital support volunteer page for more information and to find out which other libraries currently offer a Digital Support volunteer service.