What’s On at Holsworthy Library – December
• • Photography on Your Mobile Device, Monday 1st – 2:30pm-4:30pm. Free (please book via Learn Devon on 01392 384094).
• Bounce & Rhyme, Thursday 4th, 11th & 18th – 2:15pm-2:45pm (term time only). Songs and stories for children 0-4 years old.
• Photography for Wellbeing, Thursday 4th – 11am-1pm. Free to attend but limited places – please book with library staff.
• Willow Wreath Workshop, Saturday 6th – 2pm. Free to attend but limited spaces – please book with library staff.
• Lloyds Bank Community Banking, Monday 8th & 22nd – 2pm-4pm. Free drop in sessions.
• Felt Ornament Workshop , Thursday 11th – 10:30am. Free to attend but limited spaces – please book with library staff.
• Using the NHS App on Your Mobile Device, Monday 15th – 2:30pm-4:30pm. Free (please book via Learn Devon on 01392 384094)
• Self Service Baby Weigh. Every Thursday 1pm-4pm.
• Lego and games for children. Every Saturday – 10am-12pm
Christmas & New Year Opening Hours: Open Monday 22nd then closed until Monday 29th. Open Wednesday 31st 10am-5pm (please note, closing at 5pm not 6pm). Closed Thursday 1st January then back to usual opening hours.
Holsworthy Library
There are lots of exciting things happening at your local library. In addition to a great range of books you can use your library membership to access free eBooks and audiobooks via the Borrowbox app. We also have free public computers and Wi-Fi as well as printing, copying and scanning facilities. It is free to join the library, and we are a friendly, welcoming space open to all. Free hot drinks are available, and people are encouraged to use the library as a place to relax, work and socialise as well as to find their next great read!
For children, the library offers weekly Bounce and Rhyme sessions, a Saturday Club, craft activities and stories during the holidays as well as the popular Secret Book Quest and Libro’s Friends reading schemes.
We regularly host a Lloyds Community Banker, evening talks and other events so keep an eye out for posters or on our social media and website.
Holsworthy Library is part of Libraries Unlimited, a charity bringing ideas, imagination, creativity and knowledge to enrich lives and build thriving communities.
01409 253514
holsworthy.library@librariesunlimited.org.uk
www.discover.librariesunlimited.org.uk
Holsworthy Library on Facebook and Instagram
Opening Hours:
Monday 2pm-5pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10am-1pm
Sunday Closed
What’s On at Holsworthy Library – November
• Entertainment on Your Mobile Device, Monday 3rd – 2:30pm-4:30pm. Free (please book via Learn Devon on 01392 384094)
• Bounce & Rhyme, Thursday 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th – 2:15pm-2:45pm
• Photography for Wellbeing, Thursday 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th – 11am-1pm. Free to attend but limited places – please book with library staff.
• Fun Creative Writing Sessions for Children (7-14 years old), Saturday 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th – 10:30-11:30. £2 per session, for more information and to book please see library staff .
• Winter Wellness with Diana Lee, Saturday 8th – 2pm. Please book via Eventbrite or with library staff.
• Lloyds Bank Community Banking, Monday 10th & 24th – 2pm-4pm. Free drop in sessions.
• Come along and speak to the Healthwatch Devon Champions for support and Guidance on local health and social care and to share your experiences with them, Monday 17th – 2pm-4pm
• Lets Create: Block Print Bunting! Saturday 22nd – 2pm-4pm . Family friendly workshop suitable for ages 5+ . Free to attend but donations welcome. Limited places, please book with library staff.
• Gardening Cuppa & Chat, Wednesday 26th – 2pm-3pm. Everyone welcome.
• Self Service Baby Weigh. Every Thursday 1pm-4pm
• Lego and games for children. Every Saturday – 10am-12pm
Holsworthy Library
There are lots of exciting things happening at your local library. In addition to a great range of books you can use your library membership to access free eBooks and audiobooks via the Borrowbox app. We also have free public computers and Wi-Fi as well as printing, copying and scanning facilities. It is free to join the library, and we are a friendly, welcoming space open to all. Free hot drinks are available, and people are encouraged to use the library as a place to relax, work and socialise as well as to find their next great read!
For children, the library offers weekly Bounce and Rhyme sessions, a Saturday Club, craft activities and stories during the holidays as well as the popular Secret Book Quest and Libro’s Friends reading schemes.
We regularly host a Lloyds Community Banker, evening talks and other events so keep an eye out for posters or on our social media and website.
Holsworthy Library is part of Libraries Unlimited, a charity bringing ideas, imagination, creativity and knowledge to enrich lives and build thriving communities.
01409 253514
holsworthy.library@librariesunlimited.org.uk
www.discover.librariesunlimited.org.uk
Holsworthy Library on Facebook and Instagram
Opening Hours:
Monday 2pm-5pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10am-1pm
Sunday Closed
What’s On at Holsworthy Library – November
• Entertainment on Your Mobile Device, Monday 3rd – 2:30pm-4:30pm. Free (please book via Learn Devon on 01392 384094)
• Bounce & Rhyme, Thursday 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th – 2:15pm-2:45pm
• Photography for Wellbeing, Thursday 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th – 11am-1pm. Free to attend but limited places – please book with library staff.
• Fun Creative Writing Sessions for Children (7-14 years old), Saturday 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th – 10:30-11:30. £2 per session, for more information and to book please see library staff .
• Winter Wellness with Diana Lee, Saturday 8th – 2pm. Please book via Eventbrite or with library staff.
• Lloyds Bank Community Banking, Monday 10th & 24th – 2pm-4pm. Free drop in sessions.
• Come along and speak to the Healthwatch Devon Champions for support and Guidance on local health and social care and to share your experiences with them, Monday 17th – 2pm-4pm
• Lets Create: Block Print Bunting! Saturday 22nd – 2pm-4pm . Family friendly workshop suitable for ages 5+ . Free to attend but donations welcome. Limited places, please book with library staff.
• Gardening Cuppa & Chat, Wednesday 26th – 2pm-3pm. Everyone welcome.
• Self Service Baby Weigh. Every Thursday 1pm-4pm
• Lego and games for children. Every Saturday – 10am-12pm
Holsworthy Library
There are lots of exciting things happening at your local library. In addition to a great range of books you can use your library membership to access free eBooks and audiobooks via the Borrowbox app. We also have free public computers and Wi-Fi as well as printing, copying and scanning facilities. It is free to join the library, and we are a friendly, welcoming space open to all. Free hot drinks are available, and people are encouraged to use the library as a place to relax, work and socialise as well as to find their next great read!
For children, the library offers weekly Bounce and Rhyme sessions, a Saturday Club, craft activities and stories during the holidays as well as the popular Secret Book Quest and Libro’s Friends reading schemes.
We regularly host a Lloyds Community Banker, evening talks and other events so keep an eye out for posters or on our social media and website.
Holsworthy Library is part of Libraries Unlimited, a charity bringing ideas, imagination, creativity and knowledge to enrich lives and build thriving communities.
01409 253514
holsworthy.library@librariesunlimited.org.uk
www.discover.librariesunlimited.org.uk
Holsworthy Library on Facebook and Instagram
Opening Hours:
Monday 2pm-5pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10am-1pm
Sunday Closed
What’s On at Holsworthy Library – December
• • Photography on Your Mobile Device, Monday 1st – 2:30pm-4:30pm. Free (please book via Learn Devon on 01392 384094).
• Bounce & Rhyme, Thursday 4th, 11th & 18th – 2:15pm-2:45pm (term time only). Songs and stories for children 0-4 years old.
• Photography for Wellbeing, Thursday 4th – 11am-1pm. Free to attend but limited places – please book with library staff.
• Willow Wreath Workshop, Saturday 6th – 2pm. Free to attend but limited spaces – please book with library staff.
• Lloyds Bank Community Banking, Monday 8th & 22nd – 2pm-4pm. Free drop in sessions.
• Felt Ornament Workshop , Thursday 11th – 10:30am. Free to attend but limited spaces – please book with library staff.
• Using the NHS App on Your Mobile Device, Monday 15th – 2:30pm-4:30pm. Free (please book via Learn Devon on 01392 384094)
• Self Service Baby Weigh. Every Thursday 1pm-4pm.
• Lego and games for children. Every Saturday – 10am-12pm
Christmas & New Year Opening Hours: Open Monday 22nd then closed until Monday 29th. Open Wednesday 31st 10am-5pm (please note, closing at 5pm not 6pm). Closed Thursday 1st January then back to usual opening hours.
Holsworthy Library
There are lots of exciting things happening at your local library. In addition to a great range of books you can use your library membership to access free eBooks and audiobooks via the Borrowbox app. We also have free public computers and Wi-Fi as well as printing, copying and scanning facilities. It is free to join the library, and we are a friendly, welcoming space open to all. Free hot drinks are available, and people are encouraged to use the library as a place to relax, work and socialise as well as to find their next great read!
For children, the library offers weekly Bounce and Rhyme sessions, a Saturday Club, craft activities and stories during the holidays as well as the popular Secret Book Quest and Libro’s Friends reading schemes.
We regularly host a Lloyds Community Banker, evening talks and other events so keep an eye out for posters or on our social media and website.
Holsworthy Library is part of Libraries Unlimited, a charity bringing ideas, imagination, creativity and knowledge to enrich lives and build thriving communities.
01409 253514
holsworthy.library@librariesunlimited.org.uk
www.discover.librariesunlimited.org.uk
Holsworthy Library on Facebook and Instagram
Opening Hours:
Monday 2pm-5pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10am-1pm
Sunday Closed
What’s On at Holsworthy Library – November
• Entertainment on Your Mobile Device, Monday 3rd – 2:30pm-4:30pm. Free (please book via Learn Devon on 01392 384094)
• Bounce & Rhyme, Thursday 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th – 2:15pm-2:45pm
• Photography for Wellbeing, Thursday 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th – 11am-1pm. Free to attend but limited places – please book with library staff.
• Fun Creative Writing Sessions for Children (7-14 years old), Saturday 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th – 10:30-11:30. £2 per session, for more information and to book please see library staff .
• Winter Wellness with Diana Lee, Saturday 8th – 2pm. Please book via Eventbrite or with library staff.
• Lloyds Bank Community Banking, Monday 10th & 24th – 2pm-4pm. Free drop in sessions.
• Come along and speak to the Healthwatch Devon Champions for support and Guidance on local health and social care and to share your experiences with them, Monday 17th – 2pm-4pm
• Lets Create: Block Print Bunting! Saturday 22nd – 2pm-4pm . Family friendly workshop suitable for ages 5+ . Free to attend but donations welcome. Limited places, please book with library staff.
• Gardening Cuppa & Chat, Wednesday 26th – 2pm-3pm. Everyone welcome.
• Self Service Baby Weigh. Every Thursday 1pm-4pm
• Lego and games for children. Every Saturday – 10am-12pm
Holsworthy Library
There are lots of exciting things happening at your local library. In addition to a great range of books you can use your library membership to access free eBooks and audiobooks via the Borrowbox app. We also have free public computers and Wi-Fi as well as printing, copying and scanning facilities. It is free to join the library, and we are a friendly, welcoming space open to all. Free hot drinks are available, and people are encouraged to use the library as a place to relax, work and socialise as well as to find their next great read!
For children, the library offers weekly Bounce and Rhyme sessions, a Saturday Club, craft activities and stories during the holidays as well as the popular Secret Book Quest and Libro’s Friends reading schemes.
We regularly host a Lloyds Community Banker, evening talks and other events so keep an eye out for posters or on our social media and website.
Holsworthy Library is part of Libraries Unlimited, a charity bringing ideas, imagination, creativity and knowledge to enrich lives and build thriving communities.
01409 253514
holsworthy.library@librariesunlimited.org.uk
www.discover.librariesunlimited.org.uk
Holsworthy Library on Facebook and Instagram
Opening Hours:
Monday 2pm-5pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 10am-6pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 10am-1pm
Sunday Closed
Holsworthy Has a New Pharmacy in the Town Centre.
Holsworthy Town Council is pleased to announce that a new pharmacy has now opened in the town centre. The Mayor, Councillor Jon Hutchings visited the premises and met with Sam and Alex from Allied Pharmacies, who confirmed that they are officially open for business.
While the shelves are not yet fully stocked, they will increase the stock to suit our community’s needs. Different areas require different types of stock and as the team learns more about the specific requirements for our community, the range of available products will continue to grow.
This is fantastic news for Holsworthy and we are delighted to welcome Allied Pharmacies to the town.
Allied Pharmacies is located in the former Lloyds Bank building.
New Memorial Bench at Glebelands
Holsworthy Town Council is pleased to announce the installation of a new memorial bench at the top of Glebelands, replacing the previous bench which had fallen into disrepair.
This project involved considerable effort to establish ownership of the original bench and the land on which it stood. Holsworthy Town Council agreed to replace the bench to ensure the area remained a welcoming and reflective space for the community.
With the help of Academic Facilities Services, the new bench has now been installed and dedicated to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, which was marked earlier this year.
The surrounding area has also been improved, including the installation of a new planter, the planting of bulbs and the removal of graffiti.
The Council would like to extend its sincere thanks to Councillor Cole and the volunteers, including Louis Devitt and Robin, for their hard work and commitment to enhancing this community space.
As all the work has now been completed, it was fitting that the bench was dedicated on 11th November, on the day of remembrance.
Holsworthy Remembers – Armistice Day 2025
Holsworthy’s War Memorial Renovations
Holsworthy Town Council are pleased to announce that the War Memorial renovations have been completed.
Earlier this week, the Mayor Councillor Jon Hutchings, had the pleasure of meeting William of Arthur W. Bryant’s Funeral Services to inspect the completed works to Holsworthy’s War Memorial.
All the names have been repainted and the name John Bailey was added in time for this year’s Remembrance Sunday.
John Bailey was left off of the original War Memorial because he was born in the workhouse here in Holsworthy and his name was never put forward, which in those days had to be paid for.
The volunteers in the Holsworthy Museum have worked hard for many years to get his name added. The Town Council investigated if the addition was allowed and agreed to fund the work. With the help of Bryant’s the work has been completed in time for this weekends Act of remembrance which will take place at the war memorial after the service at the Chapel on Sunday which starts at 3pm.
Private John Bailey was born on 17th February 1885 in the Holsworthy workhouse and enlisted into the Devonshire Regiment in January 1908.
He was wounded on 18th December 1914 and later died of his wounds on the 27th December aged 29.
We would like to give a big thanks to Arthur W. Bryant Funeral Service for their swift works at a substantially discounted rate.
