Meetings usually last an hour, with the emphasis being on having fun and getting to read things that you might not normally read. Most of the titles chosen are contemporary fiction, often fairly new but also tried and tested at reading groups elsewhere, so there should be much food for thought and plenty to talk about at meetings.
Meetings are run by group members themselves, with support from a member of the library staff. Books are provided and there is no charge.
Or you may be interested in joining one of short story reading groups, which are led by an experienced reading group leader.
Our reading groups are held on the following days:
| Library | When | Time |
| Boothstown | 1st Friday of the month | 1:30pm |
| Cadishead | 3rd Monday of the month | 11:00am |
| Eccles | 3rd Tuesday of the month | 2:00pm |
| Pendleton | 3rd Wednesday of the month | 10:30am |
| Height | 4th Thursday of the month | 10:30am |
| Irlam | 3rd Tuesday of the month | 10:30am |
| Lower Kersal | 4th Friday of the month | 1:45pm |
| Walkden | 1st Thursday of the month | 2:30pm |
| Winton | 2nd Thursday of the month | 10:30am |
The hustle and bustle of life making it hard to attend a reading group? Why not join our Online Book Club? The perfect solution to those with busy schedules, giving you the chance to socialise and discuss a diverse collection of books from the comfort of your own home!
| Library | When | Time |
| Online (via Teams) | 3rd Tuesday of the month | 7pm |
We look forward to seeing you!
For further details, please contact philip.carey@scll.co.uk.
| Library | When | Time |
| Height Library | 1st Thursday of the Month (Book Club)
Every following Thursday (Creative Writing) |
1:30pm – 3:00pm |
Get ready for a cracking new year and join our Crime Book Club at Walkden Library.
From January 2025 , you can unleash your inner detective and join us on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, 7:00-8:00pm and talk about the most gripping true crime and crime novels.
Suitable for ages 18 and over.
| Library | When | Time |
| Walkden Library | 2nd Tuesday of the Month | 7pm |
Led by Dr Mariana Casale, our online short story reading group offers a chance to discover a wide range of stories, and enjoy the mental health benefits of reading and sharing ideas with others in an informal, fun way.
£9 per session. For more information and to book →