Reading groups

We support reading groups in Lancashire. The reading group service is free to use & sets can be collected from any Lancashire County Library.

Your group can request:

up to 12 titles each year
up to 15 copies of each title

Groups can request alternative formats, such as audiobooks and large print. Some of the titles may be available to borrow as e-books or e-audio books from our digital platform – BorrowBox. These items are for personal membership use only, and we are unable to reserve or download them on behalf of your group.

Setting up a new reading group

If you are thinking of starting your own group, email ReadingGroups@lancashire.gov.uk.

How to use the service

Your reading group must appoint a co‑ordinator. They are responsible for:

requesting books
collecting and returning books on time

To register a group, complete the reading groups form or email ReadingGroups@lancashire.gov.uk.

If your co‑ordinator’s details change, you will need to complete the reading group form again.

To see a list of titles in the reading group collection, email ReadingGroups@lancashire.gov.uk.

Co‑ordinators should download and complete the reading group booking form (DOC 45KB) and email it to ReadingGroups@lancashire.gov.uk. Your nominated library will contact the co‑ordinator when the books are ready for collection.

We update our reading group collection, and you can suggest new titles.

Lost or damaged books

If any items get lost or damaged, your group will have to pay the replacement cost.