Plant your Story Garden at Central Library

Family friendly

Image credit: Dapo Adeola and The Reading Agency

Get planting and reading at this fun, free family session. Budding gardeners can pot up seeds to take home – we’ll provide everything you need, from soil to containers. While you’re here, you can also sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge and start your journey to win some brilliant bookish prizes.

No need to book – just drop by and get stuck in.

You’ll find us on the Lower Ground Floor. Suitable for all ages.

Plan your visit

St Peter's Square
Manchester,
Greater Manchester,
M2 5PD

One of Manchester’s greatest landmarks, Central Library is a building of architectural beauty and a place for knowledge and learning.

Mon
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun
Closed

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