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Storytimes in libraries

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Who are storytimes for?

Most of our libraries hold free regular storytimes for children aged under five and their parents or carers. You can have fun introducing your children to reading.

Babies and toddlers can also take part in rhymetimes.

What happens at a storytime?

Library staff choose brightly illustrated picture books and read them to the children. The children are encouraged to use pop-up books, lift-the-flap and touchy-feely books, or even books which make noises when you press the button!

When are storytimes held?

There’s no need to book for storytime, just turn up and enjoy! You and your child will be very welcome. See our list below to find a session near you.

Crowborough Library
Every Tuesday 2.30–3pm

Eastbourne Library
Every Monday 2–2.30pm (except school holidays)

Hailsham Library
Every Tuesday 11–11.30am

Hampden Park Library
Last Tuesday in each month at 10.30–11am
January 27

Heathfield Library
Every Thursday 2.15–2.45pm

Lewes Library
Every Monday 2–2.30pm

Peacehaven Library
Wednesdays 10.30–11am
Not first Wednesday in month
December 10, 17, 31 and January 14, 21, 28

Ringmer Library
Last Wednesday in each month at 10.30–11am
January 28

Seaford Library
Second, fourth and fifth Tuesday in each month at 2–2.30pm
December 9, 23, 30 and January 13, 27

Uckfield Library
Every Tuesday 2.15–2.45pm

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