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Adult reading groups

People of all ages and from all walks of life are getting together up and down the country to discuss, debate, and exchange views about books, from the latest best sellers and contemporary fiction to classic titles, poetry and plays. It’s a great way of meeting new friends who share a like-minded passion for books and there are regular structured groups taking place at many of our city libraries.

Or why not set up your own reading group with existing friends? Find out more about the support we offer for setting up your own group.

Brighton & Hove library reading groups are free and take place at several of the city’s libraries. Most are open to new members at all times, check with us first before joining the group. You may either phone the library or email BookGroupsLibraries@brighton-hove.gov.uk to reserve a place or request further information.

Jubilee Library  01273 290800
There are currently three reading groups at Jubilee library, including one on Saturdays. All three are currently full. If you would like to be added to the waiting list for a place, please email BookGroupsLibraries@brighton-hove.gov.uk.

Hove Library  01273 296934
There are currently five book groups at Hove library, including a Lesbian & Gay Book Group. All are currently open to new members. To join, please contact the library or email BookGroupsLibraries@brighton-hove.gov.uk.
All meet on Tuesday evenings throughout the month.
The Lesbian & Gay Book Group meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 6.45pm.

Coldean Library 01273 296902
The group meets on various Thursdays. Please phone Coldean Library or email BookGroupsLibraries@brighton-hove.gov.uk for further information.

Hangleton Library 01273 296904
Meets on last Saturday of each month at 11 am

Mile Oak Library 01273 296916
Fourth Thursday of each month at 5.30-6.45pm

Patcham Library  01273 296912
Meets on the first Friday of each month at 11am

Portslade Library  01273 296914
Meets on Saturday mornings at 10.30am-12pm.

Rottingdean Library  01273 296918 
Meets on the first Thursday of each month at 11am.

Woodingdean Library  01273 296928 
Meets on the third Thursday of the month at 2.45pm.

Support for your Reading Group

Get together with friends and share your thoughts and ideas about the latest bestsellers, popular titles, classic novels or books by a favourite author