GET Free Books Ipswich

GET Free Books Ipswich You can find us in the Microshops-Ipswich in Carr Street At the Global Educational Trust (GET) we believe that education and literacy belong to everyone.

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Our mission is to make reading free and available to all through our FREE Bookshops! We make reading free and available to all and that books do not belong in landfill and should be used to improve quality of life and mental wellbeing. Our mission is to make reading free and available to all. At the Global Educational Trust we believe that the ability to r

ead is the cornerstone of educational success and a love of reading will last a life-time yet almost 1 billion people entered the 21st Century unable to read a book or sign their own name. In the UK:
• 1 in 6 adults have issues with literacy
• 1 in 3 parents cannot read to their children.
• 3.87 million children do not own a single book
• 4 million children live in poverty

At the Global Educational Trust, we believe that education and literacy skills help individuals lead a happy and successful life, and needless to say, provide the opportunity for people to become leaders, pioneers and visionaries which is ultimately beneficial to us all. We aim to make reading free and available to all by distributing FREE Books into society. As a registered charity we rely on the kindness and generosity of people like you. Registered Charity No. 1144969

Today we received a lovely donation of Finnish children's books 😊 Please share with anyone you know that might be able t...
29/05/2026

Today we received a lovely donation of Finnish children's books 😊 Please share with anyone you know that might be able to make use of them. Thank you x

29/05/2026

Enter the House of Historical & Fantasy Fiction

Inspired by the upcoming new season of House of the Dragon, our latest display brings together epic fantasy adventures and gripping historical fiction full of power struggles, rival dynasties, war, betrayal, magic, and myth.

From fierce queens and legendary battles to dragons, dark courts, and medieval intrigue, there’s plenty here for fans of both fantasy worlds and real history.

Whether you’re looking for your next fantasy obsession or a dramatic slice of history, come and explore the display at the library before the throne is claimed…

Lots currently on offer for fans of these female crime writers 🫆🔎🔪⚰️🕵🏼‍♀️
28/05/2026

Lots currently on offer for fans of these female crime writers 🫆🔎🔪⚰️🕵🏼‍♀️

If you use multiple copies of class reading books, we currently have a few available. At least 3 copies of each of these...
23/05/2026

If you use multiple copies of class reading books, we currently have a few available. At least 3 copies of each of these, some are 4 or 5

23/05/2026

Happy Bank Holiday weekend 😎
We are open today 11.00-3.00
But closed on Monday and Tuesday next week

Our upcoming opening hours - we are closed for a couple of days next week, but....open on Saturday! 😊Saturday 23rd May -...
21/05/2026

Our upcoming opening hours - we are closed for a couple of days next week, but....open on Saturday! 😊

Saturday 23rd May - 11.00-3.00

Bank Holiday Monday - closed
Tuesday 26th - closed
Wednesday 27th 10.30-3.00
Thursday 28th 10.30-3.00
Friday 29th 10.30-3.00

Although we have a small space at the moment, we have hundreds of books on offer and this lot is waiting to go out!😁 We look forward to seeing you soon, especially any that can't normally make it during the week or in term time.

Happy Birthday Ipswich Children's Book Group 🎉🎉
15/05/2026

Happy Birthday Ipswich Children's Book Group 🎉🎉

This Saturday! The Ipswich Children's Book Group is 50 this year and we are looking forward to celebrating five decades of bringing children and books together. We are holding a party at Ipswich County Library on Saturday 16th May from 10:00am-1:00pm. We would love to see you there!
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If you like a quiz we have a good selection of books for revising or question setting 🤔🙂
14/05/2026

If you like a quiz we have a good selection of books for revising or question setting 🤔🙂

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14/05/2026

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14/05/2026

🔎 We're looking for volunteers to help run our summer literacy campaign, Reading Quest! Can you help?

Anyone over 12 can volunteer and it’s a great way of helping the community, getting experience of working with children and meeting new people! Volunteers need to commit to spending 3-4 hours per week helping in the library for a minimum of six weeks over the summer holidays.

Speak to your local library manager to find out more or apply on our website: https://orlo.uk/VKMDl

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Microshops, Carr Street
Ipswich
IP41HA

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Monday 11am - 3pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 3pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 3pm
Thursday 10:30am - 3pm
Friday 11am - 3pm

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