Super Access update - 6 November 2025
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Super Access at Horley Library is temporarily unavailable until further notice.
We are working to fix the issue as soon as possible.
Our sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused.
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Special events
Christmas craft for children
Tuesday 23 December, from 10.30am to 11.30am
Recommended for ages 4+. Cost: 拢1 per child.
Pebble rhymetime and storytime
Pebble rhymetime
- Every Thursday, two sessions from
- 10am until 10.30am
- 11am until 11.30am
Spaces are limited. Tickets are available from the library desk on the day, one ticket per family group. Tickets allocated on a first come first served basis. Please come early to avoid disappointment.
Find out more about Pebble rhymetimes in 妖精动漫 libraries.
Sensory rhymetime
A fun rhymetime for Additional Needs and Disabilities (AND) families with a focus on autism.
Saturdays, from 10.30am to 11am. Suitable for ages 0 to 6 years.
Upcoming dates:
- 10 January
- 7 February
- 7 March
- 4 April
- 2 May
- 30 May
- 27 June
- 25 July
- 22 August
- 19 September
- 17 October
- 14 November
- 12 December
Free event.
A designated room with low lighting, sensory toys and a separate "quiet" room next door.
Booking information
You need to book a place for each session.
If you are coming as a lone parent, you can bring up to 2 children. If your child needs extra support to stay safe and take part, it may help to bring just 1 child at first.
To book you can:
- Visit: ask at the help desk in the library
- Email: horleylibraryevents@surreycc.gov.uk
- Phone: call 03456 009 009 (click option 7 and ask for Horley Library)
Please note: you can only book one session at a time, in date order. Now taking bookings for Saturday 10 January.
Storytime
Active storytime
Fridays in term time only, from 10.30am until 11am.
Active Storytime is a fun, interactive session aimed at pre-schoolers. We read a story, sing a song, and then do a couple of simple and fun activities (such as a game, a teddy bear hunt around the library, or a simple craft) on a different theme each week. Please wear clothes suitable for play/craft.
Suitable for ages 2 to 5.
No booking needed, just turn up!
Cost: 拢1 per child.
BookTrust storytime
Saturdays from 2.30pm to 3.30pm:
- 20 December
- 10 January
- 21 February
- 21 March
- 11 April
BookTrust Storytime is a free event aimed at under 5’s combining a traditional story time with lively activities related to the stories we will read. BookTrust Storytime takes place in our children’s section.
Reading groups
Horley library Tuesday reading group
Every third Tuesday of the month, from 2.30pm pm to 3.30pm.
If you are interested in joining the group, please ask at the library or by emailing horley.library@surreycc.gov.uk
Find out more about reading groups in 妖精动漫 libraries.
Horley library Wednesday reading group
Every second Wednesday of the month, from 2pm to 3pm
This group is now full and is currently not accepting new people.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Questioning Plus (LGBTQ+) Reading Friends
First Saturday of the month, from 2.30pm to 4pm.
妖精动漫 Libraries, in partnership with The Reading Agency, will be hosting a monthly Reading Friends group at Horley Library for members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Questioning Plus (LGBTQ+) community to come together around a shared love of reading.
Run by LGBTQ+ members of staff, the groups will have discussions and recommendations on a different subject each month. They will always be confidential, supportive, and positive spaces.
You can express an interest in joining this group by completing our or by speaking to a member of staff in Horley Library.
Find out more about Reading Friends in 妖精动漫 Libraries.
Chatterbooks reading group
Horley Chatterbooks is a fun children’s reading group that meets once a month on a Saturday from 10am to 11am.
Suitable for children aged 7 to 11. The group reads a different book each month, and when we meet, we talk about the book and have fun with quizzes, games or crafts.
The group is currently full: to join our waiting list, please email horleylibraryevents@surreycc.gov.uk or ask at the library helpdesk.
Other events
Horley library local history centre
Horley Local History Centre is based in Horley Library, and you can use the local history centre resources at any time that the library is open.
Even better, visit us at the following time each week when volunteers are available to help you use the resources and equipment.
Saturday 10am to 12 noon. In the meantime should you have any history questions please contact jeanpelham@sky.com.
Contact the Library Service or use our online .
Board games club
Every Tuesday from 10.30am until 12 noon.
Join us in a welcoming and friendly environment to play a variety of board games, including Qwirkle, Mastermind, and Scrabble. Feel free to bring your own board or card game as well!
Open to all, free, just turn up.
English conversation group
Every Wednesday from 11am to 12 noon.
For adults with English as a second language.
Would you like to practice your spoken English with a relaxed and friendly group? Then come along and join us. The group will be led by friendly and supportive facilitators.
Free. No need to book.
Digital Support Volunteer
- Wednesdays (term time only) from 9.45am to 11.45am.
- Every Friday from 2.30pm to 4.30pm.
Need some IT help? Come along and see our friendly and approachable Digital Support Volunteer.
Appointment slots can be booked at the library desk.
Please see our Digital Support Volunteer page for more information and to find out which other libraries currently offer a Digital Support Volunteer service.
If you would like to join our team as a Digital Support volunteer, you can find out more: Volunteering in libraries.