Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate


This summer, Batley Library is pulling out all the stops to create something truly special for local children and families—a Kids Fun Fest packed with hands-on activities, imaginative play, and community spirit. As the school holidays approach, the library will transform into a hub of creativity and laughter, with free events running throughout July and…
Batley Christmas Lights Switch on will be on Friday December 1st. The festivities start at 4pm and last until 7:30pm. There’ll be a Christmas Market, fairground rides and even an appearance from Santa! Lights Switch on will be at 7pm followed by a firework display.
In 2023 the Friends of Batley Library installed a bird feeder on the window of the children’s library. We did this so that children could watch the birds and we could encourage local wildlife to flourish. What we didn’t realise was quite how many of our feathered visitors were on the British Ornithology Trust’s red…
Mini Stories and Poems Theme: Library Sounds We are inviting children to share short stories or poems inspired by the sounds of the library. What do you hear when you visit the library?Pages turning, keyboards tapping, quiet footsteps, whispered conversations, the beep of the scanner, or the sound of a story being read aloud. How…
Our much-loved community newspaper, Together in Batley, has run out of funding. But we’re not giving up—we believe in the power of good news and the importance of keeping our community connected. Our printed editions are brilliant for those who may not be online or who feel isolated. These copies go directly to places like the…
In the heart of Batley, where the bustle of the town softens into birdsong and quiet reflection, stands the Memorial Gardens, a place woven with history, loss, and gratitude. Each November, as the leaves fall and the air turns crisp, people gather here to remember those who gave their lives in war, ordinary men, women…