Buttercross Estates enthusiastically participated in World Book Day 2025, celebrated on Thursday, 6th March. Team members embraced the spirit of the event by dressing up as an array of beloved book characters… can you guess our characters?
World Book Day is a significant annual celebration that honours authors, illustrators, and the joy of reading. It also encourages children and families to discover the excitement and pleasure that books and storytelling brings to life.
Reading is important for so many reasons. It can contribute to cognitive development, imagination, creativity, emotional intelligence, and mental well-being. Additionally, it can broaden cultural awareness, education and knowledge, and much more. Books allow for an individual to explore a whole new world and to escape from the routine of everyday life.
Here in Newark we are grateful to have Newark Library as a cherished hub for reading for all ages and skill levels. Newark Library is conveniently located at Beaumond Gardens, Balderton Gate, Newark, NG24 1UW, near Newark Town Centre. The opening hours are as follows:
Monday: 9am-6.30pm
Tuesday: 9am-6pm
Wednesday: 9am-6.30pm
Thursday: 9am-6pm
Friday: 9am-6pm
Saturday: 9am-4pm
Sunday: Closed
As well as a vast selection of books, the library also offers a range of events and activities. These include a Lego and Games Club on a Saturday morning, Places of Welcome coffee mornings, and Reading Groups.
Visit the Inspire website for more information about Newark Library.
