A new scheme to encourage more people to use – and enjoy – Wellington Library is about to be launched by Somerset Council.
As part of the National Year of Reading 2026, Wellington Library is working alongside Wellington Town Council’s project Cradle to Career – Wellington Reading Town and launching a Library Loyalty Card.
The new scheme is open to children and adults and aims to encourage more people to visit Wellington Library throughout the year.
From Wednesday 1 July, anyone can collect a loyalty card from Wellington Library and start collecting stamps. These are earned by borrowing books or iPads, attending library events and activities such as Storytime or Dads’ Club, or by using a library computer.
Once 10 stamps have been collected, customers will be entered into a monthly prize draw with a variety of goodies on offer.
Councillor Federica Smith-Roberts, Somerset Council’s Lead Member for Communities, said:
We are very grateful to the local businesses Everyone Active – Wellington Sports Centre, Merlin Cinemas – Wellesley Cinema Wellington and Coffee #1 Wellington who have supported this initiative and generously donated prizes.
We hope the loyalty card scheme will encourage people to discover the amazing offers that Wellington Library has throughout the year. The Library is full of free resources, from books and online resources to clubs, events and friendly spaces.
For more information about the Library Loyalty Card pop into Wellington Library where staff will be happy to help with any requests.
