Shadwell Library, Arts Centre & Café

Shadwell Library, Arts Centre & Café Love our little library? Like our page! Please see our Facebook posts for library and cafe opening times. NOW- Shadwell INDEPENDENT Library.

Our Grade 2 listed library was taken over by volunteers in January 2013 and since then it was become a valuable asset to the community. Current opening hours:
Mon:15.00-17.00
Tues: Closed
Weds: 10-12
Thurs: 15.00-17.00
Fri:closed
Sat: 10.00 - 12.00
Sun: Closed and Closed Bank Holidays
email;[email protected]
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📚 The History of Leeds Grammar School – Tuesday 6 OctoberOur next talk at Shadwell Library is on Tuesday 6 October at 7....
01/10/2026

📚 The History of Leeds Grammar School – Tuesday 6 October

Our next talk at Shadwell Library is on Tuesday 6 October at 7.30pm, when Neill Hargreaves will be talking about the history of Leeds Grammar School.

Neill lives locally and has a particular interest in local history. He has also recently researched and produced a history of our own Red Lion pub, so we’re looking forward to hearing what he has to tell us about the long and fascinating history of Leeds Grammar School.

The talk will take place in the Library and booking is essential.

£5, including refreshments

📅 Tuesday 6 October 2026
🕢 7.30pm
📍 Shadwell Library, Arts Centre & Café

To book, contact Denise Trickett:
📧 [email protected]
📞 07850 283529

☕️ Hardback Café is open throughout October! 📚Come and enjoy a cuppa, some homemade cake and a bit of time to browse the...
01/10/2026

☕️ Hardback Café is open throughout October! 📚

Come and enjoy a cuppa, some homemade cake and a bit of time to browse the books and jigsaws at Shadwell Library. Whether you’re meeting a friend, having a catch-up or just fancy a little treat, we’d love to see you. 😊

Our October opening dates are on the poster below — and there’s something a little spooky in store for the final café sessions of the month, with some Halloween-themed treats making an appearance! 👻🎃

As always, everything we raise through the café helps support Shadwell Library. 💛

We look forward to welcoming you!

📚 What’s On at Shadwell Library this weekA normal week in the Library this week, so we thought we’d take the opportunity...
28/09/2026

📚 What’s On at Shadwell Library this week

A normal week in the Library this week, so we thought we’d take the opportunity to remind you that our lovely community space is also available to hire.

Looking for somewhere local for a meeting, small gathering, club or private event? Our Grade II listed former Methodist chapel makes a cosy and characterful venue, with tables, chairs, kitchen and toilet facilities, and space for up to 35 people.

If you’d like to find out more, please contact Linda on 07979 798030.

And if you’re simply looking for a book, a jigsaw or a friendly place to spend a little time, you’ll find us here too. 💙📚

📚💙 We love this reminder that it’s never too early to start sharing books with little ones.Our children’s corner at Shad...
18/09/2026

📚💙 We love this reminder that it’s never too early to start sharing books with little ones.

Our children’s corner at Shadwell Library is a lovely little space to choose a book, settle down together and enjoy a story. We also have toys and jigsaws for our younger visitors to enjoy while they’re here.

And, of course, our books are free to borrow — so pop in, have a look and discover something to share together. 📖😊

👮‍♀️ Meet your local neighbourhood West Yorkshire Police - Leeds North East police officers this Thursday.Did you know t...
15/09/2026

👮‍♀️ Meet your local neighbourhood West Yorkshire Police - Leeds North East police officers this Thursday.

Did you know that West Yorkshire Police Leeds North East hold a regular Police Contact Point at Shadwell Library every six weeks?

📅 Thursday 17 September
🕓 4.00pm – 5.00pm
📍 Shadwell Library

There’s no need to make an appointment – just call in for an informal chat.

Whether you have a concern about something you’ve noticed in the area, would like some crime prevention advice, have a question about local policing, or simply want to meet your neighbourhood officers, you’ll be made very welcome.

We’re fortunate that Shadwell is a safe village, but that’s something we all have a part in maintaining. The Police Contact Point is a great opportunity to keep in touch with your local officers and raise any issues, however small they may seem.

We look forward to welcoming you to the library on Thursday.

📚 A busy week at Shadwell Library!There’s plenty happening this week, from Crafters and the Hardback Café to local group...
14/09/2026

📚 A busy week at Shadwell Library!

There’s plenty happening this week, from Crafters and the Hardback Café to local groups, meetings and our regular Police Contact Point on Thursday from 4–5pm. 👮

Thursday evening also sees our Heritage Open Day talk, ‘A Brief History of Surgery’ with Jake Timothy. We’re delighted that this is now fully booked – thank you to everyone who has reserved a place.

And, of course, you don’t need an event as a reason to call in. The Library is open at the usual times for books, jigsaws, a browse and a chat. 📚🧩

☕ Hardback Café: Tuesday 11am–1.30pm & Friday 11.30am–2pm.

Hope to see you sometime during the week! 😊

☕ There’s more to volunteering at the Hardback Café than making tea and serving lunch… 🥰Some of our café volunteers rece...
09/09/2026

☕ There’s more to volunteering at the Hardback Café than making tea and serving lunch… 🥰

Some of our café volunteers recently got together to celebrate Diane’s big birthday – a lovely reminder that volunteering can be a great way to meet people, make friends and become part of a team.

We’d love to welcome a few more people to ours.

There’s no need to commit every week – our volunteers simply add their availability to the rota, and there are lots of different ways to help.

We’re also particularly looking for someone who could spare around half an hour from 2pm on occasional Fridays to help stack and put away the tables and chairs. You wouldn’t need to work a café shift – just a little muscle at closing time would be enormously appreciated! 💪

If you fancy finding out more, send us a message or pop into one of the Hardback Cafés for a chat. You might come along to help and find you enjoy the social side too. ☕🍰

📚 What’s On at Shadwell Library this weekWe’re a little way into the week already, but there’s still plenty happening at...
08/09/2026

📚 What’s On at Shadwell Library this week

We’re a little way into the week already, but there’s still plenty happening at the Library over the next few days. 😊

📖 Wednesday – Library open 10am–12 noon, followed by Scrabble at 1.30pm
📚 Thursday – Library open 3–5pm, with Book Club at 7pm
☕ Friday – Lunch at the Hardback Café, 11.30am–2pm
📖 Saturday – Library open 10am–12 noon

Whether you’re popping in for a book, a game of Scrabble, a chat or some homemade lunch and cake, we’d love to see you. 💙

It’s lovely to be back! ☕🍰📚The Hardback Café reopened this week after our summer break, and it was lovely to welcome bac...
04/09/2026

It’s lovely to be back! ☕🍰📚

The Hardback Café reopened this week after our summer break, and it was lovely to welcome back some familiar faces — as well as some new ones.

If you haven’t been in for a while, come and see us for coffee, homemade cake, lunch and a good natter. 😊

Tuesdays 11am–1.30pm (except the second Tuesday of the month)
Fridays 11.30am–2pm

Everyone welcome.

A Brief History of Surgery – from ancient techniques to modern medicine🎟️ FREE – pre-booking is essential Did you know L...
03/09/2026

A Brief History of Surgery – from ancient techniques to modern medicine

🎟️ FREE – pre-booking is essential

Did you know Leeds has played an important part in the development of modern surgery?

As part of Heritage Open Days 2026, we’re delighted to welcome Leeds consultant neurosurgeon Jake Timothy to Shadwell Library for what promises to be a fascinating evening.

From ancient surgical techniques to modern neurosurgery… Jake will take us through the remarkable evolution of surgery, including developments here in Leeds.

📅 Thursday 17 September
🕖 7.00pm
📍 Shadwell Library
🎟️ FREE – but places must be booked in advance

📧 To reserve your place, email:
[email protected]

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99 Main Street, Shadwell
Leeds
LS178HL

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0113 2656450

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