Did you know that research has suggested that just six minutes of reading can reduce stress levels by up to 68%? It’s a great reminder that reading isn’t just about learning – it can also provide an opportunity to slow down, relax and take some time for ourselves.

Today, five of our fantastic volunteers completed training with the National Literacy Trust and are now officially Literacy Champions!

As Literacy Champions, our volunteers will be helping to promote the benefits and enjoyment of reading within our community and supporting the Go All In campaign as part of the National Year of Reading.

Over the coming months, we’ll be looking for different ways to encourage people of all ages to pick up a book and discover – or rediscover – the enjoyment that reading can bring.

📖 We’ll also be holding FREE book giveaways at several of our upcoming events, giving local residents the opportunity to take books home and enjoy them.

Keep an eye on our page for details of where and when our book giveaways will be taking place.

A huge well done and thank you to our five new Literacy Champions for getting involved and helping us bring a love of reading into our community! ❤️📚