# data[].attributes.headline
Find free and low cost events at your local library using the link below:

# data[].attributes.subject
Find free and low cost events at your local library using the link below:

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Library events | Gloucestershire Libraries

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Explore upcoming events at Gloucestershire Libraries

# data[].attributes.body
Find out more about Cheltenham Festivals year-round programme for teachers: how to start or join a teacher's reading group; recommended books each term and free activities for your class to participate in.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
What is RTRP?

Reading Teachers = Reading Pupils (RTRP) is Cheltenham Festivals' flagship outreach project designed to inspire teachers and pupils to read for pleasure because children who read for pleasure experience high levels of well-being, engage in learning and are successful in life.

RTRP would not be possible without the fantastic support of our funders: Gloucestershire Community Foundation, Hitchins Family Trust, Jennifer Hayward & Richard Waite, The MacRobert Trust, Unwin Charitable Trust and The High Sheriff of Gloucestershire.

The aims of RTRP are to:

1. Increase teachers' enthusiasm for and knowledge of high-quality children's literature so teachers are reading role models for their pupils

2. Support teachers' planning of whole class literacy teaching

3. Build pupil's confidence in responding to books in group, class or wider reading communities

4. Inspire pupils and teachers through connection with authors

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Reading Teachers = Reading Pupils | Cheltenham Festivals

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
What is RTRP?Reading Teachers = Reading Pupils (RTRP) is Cheltenham Festivals' flagship outreach project designed to inspire teachers and pupils to read fo

# data[].attributes.body
Download a copy of Aidan Chambers' Tell Me - the pedagogy behind RT=RP

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Aidan Chambers Tell Me - Children, Reading and Talk

# data[].attributes.body
For some practical, try-it-yourself Tell Me questions for engaging in book talk with children and young people, download our two-page prompt sheet.

# data[].attributes.body
Find out more about Tell Me book talk through this example video discussing The Final year by Matt Goodfellow with a group of 9-11 year olds.

# data[].attributes.headline
Gloucestershire Pupil Reading Survey - Jan 2026

# data[].attributes.subject
Gloucestershire Pupil Reading Survey - Jan 2026

# data[].attributes.body
Sunday 16th August
11am till 3pm
Bream Sports Club, GL15 6JF

# data[].attributes.headline
Literacy Hive Resources - Reading for Pleasure 

# data[].attributes.subject
Literacy Hive Resources - Reading for Pleasure 

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
National Year of Reading Resources | Reading for Pleasure in Schools

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Discover curated resources to support the National Year of Reading 2026. Find practical tools, programmes and events to help primary and secondary schools promote reading for pleasure.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Welcome to SLA Gloucestershire, a regional branch of the School Library Association, where you can find out about who we are and what we do.

# data[].attributes.headline
David Vaisey Awards - funding opportunity for public and school libraries

# data[].attributes.subject
David Vaisey Awards - funding opportunity for public and school libraries

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Getting more people reading more books Getting more people reading more books Read more about our Work here 2025 David Vaisey Award Winners Announced! See the nominees and winners here Donate Now! The David Vaisey Trust, a registered charity supported entirely by voluntary contributions. We administer

# data[].attributes.headline
Stroud Book Festival - 4th-8th November 2026

# data[].attributes.subject
Stroud Book Festival - 4th-8th November 2026

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Counting Down to Stroud Book Festival 2024 Save the Dates for 2024 6 – 10 November Find out more Artwork by Joe Carpenter It’s here! We are thrilled to announce that the full programme for Stroud Book Festival 2024 is now available to view here on our events page, with tickets on sale via the…

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Children love reading when they read what they love. But what if they haven’t worked out what they enjoy reading ... Read More

# data[].attributes.headline
Approaches to reading Young Hag by Isabel Greenwood created by English and Media Centre for KS3 teachers

# data[].attributes.subject
Approaches to reading Young Hag by Isabel Greenwood created by English and Media Centre for KS3 teachers

# data[].attributes.body
9 – 18 October 2026

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Literature Festival | Cheltenham Festivals

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Thank you for joining us at The Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival 2024Cheltenham Literature Festival is the world’s longest-running lit

# data[].attributes.headline
STROUD BOOK FESTIVAL – SCHOOLS' DAYS 2026 

# data[].attributes.subject
STROUD BOOK FESTIVAL – SCHOOLS' DAYS 2026 

# data[].attributes.body
Venue: Stroud Subscription Rooms

Wednesday 4 November – 2 events for KS2

Thursday 5 November – 3 events for KS2

Friday 6 November – 3 events for KS1

Tickets: £5 per child per event

Tickets go on sale Monday 6 July – early booking is recommended as events do sell out. To book tickets and for further information, please email Bev at The Sub Rooms: bev@thesubrooms.co.uk.

You can book in-person tickets with confidence – if you need to cancel for any reason, we will offer to transfer your tickets to digital access. Our full cancellation policy is listed below and on our website.

Digital-only pass: £35 per class per event

Perfect for schools unable to attend in person. Our live stream access also allows for rewatching throughout the school year.

To book a digital pass, please email Shannon at shannon@stroudbookfestival.org.uk with the events you'd like to stream. We'll then share payment information, a book list, and streaming links closer to the Festival.

# data[].attributes.headline
Stroud Book Festival - 4th-8th November 2026

# data[].attributes.subject
Stroud Book Festival - 4th-8th November 2026

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Counting Down to Stroud Book Festival 2024 Save the Dates for 2024 6 – 10 November Find out more Artwork by Joe Carpenter It’s here! We are thrilled to announce that the full programme for Stroud Book Festival 2024 is now available to view here on our events page, with tickets on sale via the…

# data[].attributes.headline
The Library Challenge 2026 - Tales Through Time

# data[].attributes.subject
The Library Challenge 2026 - Tales Through Time

# data[].attributes.body
Use this map to visit all the different libraries in Gloucestershire!

Library membership is free, and so is joining the Library Challenge. Use this map to explore six epic zones across Gloucestershire. Visit libraries and travel through time with stories from the past, present, and future. Let the adventure begin!

https://gloslibraries.uk/welcome-library-challenge

# data[].attributes.body
To find out more, visit: https://gloslibraries.uk/welcome-library-challenge

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Join us - Become a Library Member | Gloucestershire Libraries

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Register online by completing our joining form, then visit any Gloucestershire Library. How to Join Online

# data[].attributes.body
Join The Library Challenge 2026: Tales Through Time

Travel through time, get reading, and earn rewards!

This summer, Gloucestershire Libraries invite children and families to step into Tales Through Time, a journey across stories, characters, eras, and adventures. From ancient legends to futuristic tales, this year’s Challenge celebrates imagination, creativity, and the power of storytelling.

How It Works

Sign up for free at any Gloucestershire Library.

Explore the tasks in your Challenge journal, suggestions are inspired by Tales Through Time, but you can choose anything you’re interested in!

Complete a task, collect a stamp, and level up! Show what you’ve done to our friendly library team. Stickers, certificates, and lots more surprises await at each level!

Climb all the way to GOLD level to earn your Tales Through Time medal - and get entered into our prize‑draw giveaway! You could win vouchers or brilliant book bundles!

Why Take Part?

Adventures on Every Page: Explore time‑travelling tasks inspired by stories, eras, characters and creativity.

Family Fun: Enjoy activities designed for shared storytelling and reading experiences.

Exciting Rewards: Earn stamps, complete levels, and unlock badges, stickers, certificates, and a medal for achieving Gold!

# data[].attributes.body
Facebook

📚 The Library Challenge 2026: Tales Through Time
🗓️ Runs 11 July – 12 September

Calling all readers, adventurers and story explorers!

This summer, Gloucestershire Libraries invite children and families to take part in The Library Challenge and travel through time, get reading, and earn rewards.

How to take part:

Sign up for free at any library in Gloucestershire

Explore tasks your way

Collect stamps to unlock Bronze, Silver and Gold

Reach Gold to Go All In!

Find out more: gloslibraries.uk/welcome-library-challenge

You can also follow Gloucestershire Libraries on social media for updates.

Instagram

📚✨ The Library Challenge 2026 ✨📚
This summer’s theme is Tales Through Time!

• Free sign‑up at any library in Gloucestershire
• Explore tasks on anything you’re into!
• Collect stamps to reach Bronze, Silver & Gold
• Gold = exclusive medal and entry into brilliant prize draws!

More info at gloslibraries/uk

Go All In! #TLCGlos #NationalYearOfReading #GoAllIn2026

# data[].attributes.headline
Parents/carers can browse and book HAF events in their area using the link below:

# data[].attributes.subject
Parents/carers can browse and book HAF events in their area using the link below:

# data[].attributes.body
HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) Programme is back this summer to provide more funded activities and delicious food for children in reception to year 11 who receive benefits-related free school meals.

# data[].attributes.headline
The Not So Secret Book Club will be coming to Stroud and the Cotswolds as part of HAF!

# data[].attributes.subject
The Not So Secret Book Club will be coming to Stroud and the Cotswolds as part of HAF!

# data[].attributes.body
This summer, our Not So Secret Book Club is heading to Stroud and the Cotswolds as part of the Wild Summer Fun Day HAF events with World Jungle!

Join us for fun-filled sessions packed with storytime, treasure hunts, crafts, plenty of free books for children to take home and a free lunch. Find us at the following events:

24th July - 10am-12:30pm,

Woodfields Play Area, Cam, GL11 6LU

24th July - 2pm-4:30pm

Synwell Playing Field, Wotton-under-Edge, GL12 7HQ

29th July - 2pm-4:30pm

St. Michaels Park, Cirencester, GL7 1JT

30th July - 10am-12:30pm

Dolphins Recreation Field, Tetbury, GL8 8AQ

These events are free to attend, reserve your place now via the Gloucestershire HAF website: https://familyhubs.gloucestershire.gov.uk/haf

# data[].attributes.headline
Join The Venture, Read With Me and other community groups for FREE activities and a FREE lunch as part of Gloucester City HAF!

# data[].attributes.subject
Join The Venture, Read With Me and other community groups for FREE activities and a FREE lunch as part of Gloucester City HAF!

# data[].attributes.headline
Read With Me will be bringing their Not So Secret Book Club to Party in the Park on Wednesday, 5th of August. 

# data[].attributes.subject
Read With Me will be bringing their Not So Secret Book Club to Party in the Park on Wednesday, 5th of August. 

# data[].attributes.body
Join Read With Me and lots of other local organisations for a day of FREE activities! Find out more: https://www.visitcheltenham.com/event/no-child-left-behinds-party-in-the-park/335451301/

# data[].attributes.headline
Read With Me will be bringing a pop-up Not So Secret Book Club to Gardners Lane Children and Family Centre on the 18th of August!

# data[].attributes.subject
Read With Me will be bringing a pop-up Not So Secret Book Club to Gardners Lane Children and Family Centre on the 18th of August!

# data[].attributes.body
Come and say hello and browse our selection of free books for children to take home, take part in the treasure hunt and enjoy storytime!

# data[].attributes.headline
Not So Secret Book Club - Robinswood Hill

# data[].attributes.subject
Not So Secret Book Club - Robinswood Hill

# data[].attributes.body
Free event hosted by Read With Me