Read To The Beat

📚 Read to the Beat – Summer Reading Challenge 2026

Presented by The Reading Agency & Oldham Libraries

🎉 The Countdown Is On!

The countdown is on! The Summer Reading Challenge is nearly here — get ready to read, create, explore, and celebrate with Oldham Libraries. This year, children set their own reading goal over the summer and collect stickers as they go. Anyone who completes the challenge will receive a special medal and certificate to celebrate their achievement.

Children can sign up anytime from Saturday 11 July — just head to any library and ask about the Summer Reading Challenge. We’ve got a whole summer packed with fun events and activities to get involved in. The challenge ends on Saturday 5 September.

🐣Mini Challenge (Under 5s)

Perfect for little readers. Collect a sticker for every book read over the summer. Pick up your Mini Challenge pack from your local library.

🎨 Weekly Drop‑In Craft Sessions

Tuesday 21 July – Friday 28 August Self‑led, free, and open to all.

Mondays

Chadderton Library — 11:30am–1:30pm

Tuesdays

Failsworth Library — 2:30pm–4pm
Greenfield Library — 2:30pm–4pm

Wednesdays

Fitton Hill Library — 2:30pm–4pm
Oldham Library — 1pm–3pm
Royton Library — 2pm–3:30pm

Thursdays

Lees Library — 10:30am–12 noon
Northmoor Library — 2:30pm–4pm

Fridays

Limehurst Library — 10:30am–12 noon
Uppermill Library — 10:30am–12 noon

⭐ Special Events

This summer we have an exciting programme of Artist‑led workshops, interactive shows, and more. More details coming soon!