Bolton Libraries have opened their doors as ‘warm spaces’ this winter to help those struggling to cope with the rising price of fuel to heat their homes. All 10 Bolton public libraries open as Warm Spaces, people can drop in to get warm and join in lots of free activities such as reading, group events or using wi-fi and computers.
Visitors can also get a free hot drink to warm themselves up and chat to staff to get advice on how to get help with food, fuel and finances. The library warm spaces are open during normal library opening times including Saturdays, with the new Crompton Place Library also open to the public on Sunday from 10.30am to 4.30pm.
Among those making use of the warm spaces across the borough are the Farnworth Knit and Natter group who meet regularly at Farnworth Library. The group are skilled at making woollies to keep themselves warm, but they also enjoy the warm welcome at their local library, using the space to meet friends for a natter over a cup of tea or coffee.
