Shenstone Community Library

Run for the community by the community.

Welcome to Shenstone Community Library. We love our Library and it’s a hugely important part of our village and local community. Please take a look around our website. We hope you find all the information you need on details of our services, events and opening times.

Shenstone Community Library is a community managed library run by volunteers on behalf of Staffordshire County Council. Saved from closure, our Library is now a thriving community venture welcoming people from all around who share our love of books, coffee and cake!

Library Services

We’ve got loads to offer, take a look below at some of our great services.

BOOKS

We have a huge range of books for members to borrow including the latest best sellers, fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, travel, reference and more!

Library members can also request and order any books from the Staffordshire Libraries collection here

EBOOKS

You can access a huge range of free to read downloadable ebooks, emagazines and audiobooks from Staffordshire Libraries and Borrowbox.

It’s simple to get set up and free for library members. Click here to find out more and start your ebook reading journey!

COMPUTING

We have public computers where library members can log on and browse the internet free of charge.

We offer colour and black and white printing. Photocopying services are available on request.

FREE WiFi

We have free WiFi available throughout the library.

Please ask at the library desk for details.

COMMUNITY ROOM

For those who would like a private space to host meetings, we have our Shenstone Library Community room. It can seat up to 12 people and is free of charge for community groups. You can book the room by contacting us here.

RECYCLING

Sustainability in the community is hugely important to us here at Shenstone Library which is why we offer recycling for a wide range of household items including, glasses, printer cartridges, bras, stamps, yarn and blister packs.

Opening Times

Take look below to find out when Shenstone Community Library is open.

MONDAY	CLOSED
TUESDAY	9AM – 5PM
WEDNESDAY	9AM – 12PM
THURSDAY	9AM – 12PM & 2PM – 5PM
FRIDAY	9AM – 5PM
SATURDAY	9:30AM – 12PM
SUNDAY	CLOSED

See below for our Coffee Shop opening times.

MONDAY	CLOSED
TUESDAY	9:30AM – 12PM
WEDNESDAY	9:30AM – 12PM
THURSDAY	9:30AM – 12PM
FRIDAY	9:30AM – 12PM
SATURDAY	9:30AM – 12PM
SUNDAY	CLOSED

Coffee Shop & Art Gallery

Relax and enjoy some refreshments in our bustling coffee shop and art gallery.

Why not pop in and enjoy some homemade cakes and a cup of coffee whilst enjoying the fantastic artwork on the walls of our gallery? Our coffee shop offers a warm welcome and lots to choose from including:

A selection of homemade cakes and treats
Shining Stone coffee
Liz’s Biscuits

Our Art gallery offers varied and wonderful exhibits, from local artists, throughout the year. The exhibits rotate on a monthly basis. We also have a selection of quality cards for sale. If you would like to book an exhibit of your own contact us here.

What’s on?

Take a look below to see what events and activities we have on at Shenstone Library.

Baby Bounce & Rhyme

Join us every Tuesday morning at 10:30am for our popular Baby Bounce & Rhyme group where we will have you and your little ones singing along to a host of popular nursery rhymes and songs.

Local History Group

Our hugely popular Local History Group meets regularly to discuss and reminisce on the rich history of our wonderful village.

The Local History Group also run and look after the Shenstone Heritage Trails (maps available in the library) and the Shenstone Old Tower, which is well worth a visit, you can read more and check opening times here

Local History Group

Our hugely popular Local History Group meets regularly to discuss and reminisce on the rich history of our wonderful village.

Children’s Activities & Events

We host a range of fantastic children’s activities and events throughout the year, including the annual Summer Reading Challenge, biscuit decorating and much, much more. Keep an eye on our Library Facebook page for the latest details.

Events & Concerts

Throughout the year we regularly host a fantastic range of events and concerts catering to all tastes.

Varied and exciting, these can include musical shows, wine and food tasting, local history evenings and much, much more. You can view our latest events by heading in to the library or checking our Facebook page.

Events & Concerts

Throughout the year we regularly host a fantastic range of events and concerts catering to all tastes.

Latest News

What’s going on at Shenstone Library.

Stay up to date with all the latest library news, events, activities and more by visiting our Facebook page. Take a look below for our latest posts.

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It's our Repair Cafe this morning Saturday the 28th of February from 10am until 12pm x ... See MoreSee Less

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Lichfield Rock Choir are performing this evening Friday the 27th of February. We still have a few tickets available from our library 📚 desk. ... See MoreSee Less

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We still have a few spaces left at this weeks Forest 🌳 school. Please book your place either through our library desk or send us a private message. ... See MoreSee Less

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3 days ago

www.hurriyet.com.tr/avrupa/ressam-ilkay-king-eserleriyle-ingilterede-sanatseverlerle-bulusuyor-43...
We are very excited to share with you our February Artist in Residence Ilkay King has featured in one of Turkey's leading national newspapers Hurriyet.

Please see the full translation below:

One of the Artist Ilkay King's works was selected to be exhibited at the Yunus Emre Institute in London and is featured in the global catalogue. Her first solo exhibition is also on display at Shenstone Library in Shenstone, Lichfield until the end of this month.
Artist Ilkay King continues to bring her works exploring colour, texture, and emotional depth to audiences across the UK through various exhibitions.
Self-taught emerging artist Ilkay King creates textured and layered compositions inspired by nature, bringing her works to life through mixed media and modelling paste. Having begun her artistic journey in 2024, Ilkay King says she enjoys exploring new techniques and materials to further develop her creative expression.
In 2025, one of her works, was selected to be exhibited at Lichfield Guildhall as part of the International Women's Day event under the theme "Accelerate Action".
ORGANIC AND ABSTRACT ELEMENTS TOGETHER
In February 2026, one of her works was selected to be exhibited at the Yunus Emre Institute in London - a major international cultural organisation that promotes art, culture, and dialogue worldwide- and is featured in the global catalogue.
In addition, the artist's first solo exhibition in 2026, consisting of 22 works, is on display at Shenstone Library in Shenstone, Lichfield until the end of this month.
Inspired by the beauty of the natural world and human connections, her work brings together organic and abstract elements; using colour and texture to create depth and evoke emotion. Each piece invites the viewer into both a visual and emotional dialogue, encouraging a personal connection.
Alongside her artistic practice, Ilkay King has a background in business and economics and has gained experience in international, high-standard professional environments. This foundation informs her creative work with a reflective, structured, and strategic approach. ... See MoreSee Less

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5 days ago

We will be celebrating World Book Day all next week from Tuesday the 3rd of March until Saturday the 7th of March. We would like everyone to dress up as their favourite character from a book 📖. ... See MoreSee Less

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Get Involved

Join our fabulous volunteers at Shenstone Community Library

Our Library couldn’t run without our fantastic volunteers. In fact without them, Shenstone Library wouldn’t be open.

As a community run library we rely on our amazing team of volunteers and those who donate their time and effort into making our library the welcoming and friendly place it is.

Volunteering at Shenstone Library is not only a lot of fun and a great place to meet new people, it’s also an incredibly rewarding experience filled with the opportunity to learn new skills and make some friends along the way!

We’ve got a whole host of roles, from Library Assistants, Coffee Shop Baristas/Assistants, Events Coordinators and more.

Those interested can get in touch using the details below. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Contact Us

Contact Shenstone Library

Got a question about a book or a general enquiry about Shenstone Community Library?

If so please get in touch with us using the details below.