Parents encouraged to make use of the free activities in libraries across Northumberland during the Easter holidays

Youngsters can enjoy sessions to spark their imagination and creativity – including creative crafts, special story times and LEGO building.

Northumberland County Council is encouraging parents to make use of the activities and give their local library a try if they have not been in a library for a while.

Matt Leavy, senior librarian at Berwick Library, said: “When people first come into a library, they might expect it to be ‘just’ books, but they’re always surprised.

“We have events, displays, workshops and groups going on all the time. Our library is vibrant, noisy, full of colour and always changing.”

A full list of Easter library events can be found at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/easter-at-the-library-4821965

People can also go along to their local library to get a paper copy of the current consultation in relation to proposals for changes to opening hours and library technology. You do not have to be a member of Northumberland Libraries to have your say.

Coun Wendy Pattison, the council’s cabinet member for culture, leisure and tourism, said: “Northumberland Libraries are challenging stereotypical perceptions of a library space.

“While we do have books, and plenty of them, libraries are for everyone to enjoy in many ways. Age groups from babies and toddlers, to teens, to older people, are accommodated in our libraries.

“That’s why we’re asking people of all ages to share their views via our consultation. We want to learn how residents use our libraries today, what matters most to them and how these spaces can continue to improve in the future.”