Booking essential – Please book your free session in advance by calling the library or speaking to staff on your next visit.
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Opening hours:
Smart library opening hours - see below
Address:
Hinckley Library, Lancaster Road, Hinckley, LE10 0AT
Smart library access hours are available again:
| Smart | Staffed | Smart | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8am-10am | 10am-5pm | 5pm-7pm |
| Tuesday | 8am-10am | 10am-1pm | 1pm-7pm |
| Wednesday | 8am-10am | 10am-5pm | 5pm-7pm |
| Thursday | 8am-7pm - Smart access all day | ||
| Friday | 8am-10am | 10am-5pm | 5pm-7pm |
| Saturday | 8am-10am | 10am-2pm | 2pm-6pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
To use the library during smart hours please complete a Smart Library induction and familiarise yourself with the layout and exits of the library using the:
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Activities
Board Games
Wednesdays 2pm to 4pm
Come along and enjoy board games in a warm and friendly environment. We have a selection of classic games available to play or feel free to bring your own
Hinckley scribblers - local writing group
Fridays 10.30am to 12.30pm.
An informal group for anyone wishing to discuss creative writing in a friendly atmosphere. There will be refreshments available.
Knit and Stitch
Mondays 10.30am to 12.30pm
Anyone is welcome to bring along their own knitting, crochet or other project to sit and have a natter with other like minded crafters.
Stay and Play
Mondays and Fridays 2pm to 4pm
A variety of toys will be available in our children’s area for little one’s to come and play with in a safe and warm environment.
Work & Skills Leicestershire Employment Hub
Fridays 10am to 12pm.
If you live in Leicestershire and are aged 18 or above, we can help you with looking for employment, training or volunteering. Come along to our informal drop-in sessions for help with CVs, cover letters, setting up an email address, IT skills, searching and applying for jobs, interview techniques, access to training and volunteering opportunities. Alternatively you can book an appointment by calling 0800 988 0308 or check out the Work and skills page.
Wriggly Readers
Tuesdays 10.30am to 11am (pre-booking is essential)
Fun, informal sessions where babies and children aged 0-4 years and their parents/carers can join in with stories, songs and rhymes in a welcoming environment. An opportunity for families to meet and make friends.