Heritage Discovery Week

Drop in to Maidenhead Library's Nicholson Room to see our extensive Local Studies collection. Items on display will include historic maps, books, records etc relating to Maidenhead.

We can show you what the collection covers and how to research items. Also learn about other resources we have including those online. We will also be able to answer your questions about the collection.

Tuesday 13th September 10.30am -12.30pm.

Can’t make it but still want to know more about this resource or our collections at Windsor and Ascot Libraries? Email us at Local.Studies@rbwm.gov.uk

Discover the Royal Borough’s unique heritage through a series of exciting and informative events at the first ever Heritage Discovery Week.

As part of the borough’s celebrations for Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, events run from Saturday 10th to Sunday 18th September and feature a range of free and paid events, providing an ideal opportunity to discover more about the rich and varied history of the Royal Borough.

To see a full list of the events and to book, visit Visit Windsor.

Author talk and book signing at Ascot Library

Book your place on Eventbrite.

Beekeeping Talk at Sunninghill Library

You can book at Sunninghill Library and via Eventbrite.

Your Encyclopaedia Britannica Online

Britannica is a safe online way to find information for projects and have fun with games, videos and cool images, all for free.

This trusted information resource tailors its content to all ages; children, students and adults. Content is regularly reviewed and updated; and perfect for homework help and for all enquiring minds.

Use Britannica on any device, in the library and from home.

To access, go to our online resources page and enter your library card number.

Ukrainian Children's Dual-Language books

We now have a selection of English/Ukrainian children’s books available to borrow. The books can be ordered to be picked up at any library. Please visit your local library and ask a member of staff or reserve a title online

Тепер у нас є добірка англійських/українських дитячих книжок, які можна взяти напрокат. Книги можна замовити забрати в обраній вами бібліотеці. Будь ласка, зайдіть до будь-якої бібліотеки RBWM і попросіть співробітника або зарезервуйте назву онлайн.

Library Notices

From 1st December 2022 we will only be sending reminder notices of your loans or reservations via email.

We have introduced pre-overdue notices which will notify you 2 days before your items are due, helping you to keep track of your loans.

You will also receive two notices after they are overdue.

Let us have your email address if you wish us to remind you of your loans.

Writing workshops and talks

Starting in October there will be a series of writing workshops and talks given by local authors. These will be held in Datchet, Old Windsor and Windsor libraries.

Check our library events page for dates to be announced soon.

Cristina Loggia

Author of Lucifer’s Game

David Bullock

Author of The Man who would be Jack: The Hunt for the Real Ripper and the PC Ben series of children’s books

David Palin

Author of This Changed Everything , The Armistice Killer, The Prying Game and The Half-Torn Page

Fiona Barker

Author of Amelie and the Great Outdoors, Danny and the Dream Dogs, Sesuko and the Song of the Sea, I definitely Don’t Like Winter and The Big Christmas Bake (Both Autumn releases)

Friends in Need Book Group



A new book group will be running monthly at Maidenhead Library by Friends in Need. Friends in Need is a free support group and wellbeing community for people affected by stress, social isolation, depression and anxiety.

Their first meeting is Friday 16th September and will be discussing the book ‘Espedair Street' by Iain Banks.

For more information, please contact Laura Nash at laura.nash@bucksmind.org.uk or call 07944 896353.

A Thank You letter to Peppa Pig for her visit

Dear Peppa,

Thank you so much for coming to visit. Here are some photos to remind you of your short summer break with us.

Thanks for popping into Maidenhead to see all the children there too. You had such a big audience, and a lot of hugs were given. 

It was so nice of you to visit, we really enjoyed having you here.

Love RBWM Libraries 

Repair Café at Maidenhead Library

Repair Café is at Maidenhead Library on Saturday 10th September 10am-3pm.

Book via Eventbrite.

Heathrow Academy and Windsor Job Fair

Ever thought about working at Heathrow? Come and find out more from the Heathrow Academy team at:

Windsor Library - Thursday 15th September 2022, 10.30am to 2.30pm

Maidenhead Library - Thursday 22nd September 2022, 10.30am to 2.30pm 

Looking for employment within Windsor? Come and meet local employers and find out about their current vacancies. No booking required.

Windsor Library - Tuesday 20th September 2022, 10.30am to 2pm

If you are an employer who would like to join us please email windsor.library@rbwm.gov.uk

Eton Wick World Café

Carers Networking Lunch

To RSVP to this event, contact Dulsey Tapera at dulsey.tapera@rbwm.gov.uk  or call 07795 207619.

RBWM Together- Art Exhibition Submissions

Submissions deadline is the 15th September 2022.

To find out more and to submit, please visit RBWM Together Art Exhibition Submissions.