Great Cornard Library

Thomas Gainsborough School (formerly known as the Upper School), Head Lane, Great Cornard, CO10 0JU

Opening Times

There is currently no internet access at Great Cornard Library. This is affecting computers, printing services, and book processing. An engineer is scheduled to visit early next week. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Out of hours book return is available at this library.

As it is based at a school, Great Cornard Library has different opening hours during school holidays. Please check their Facebook page for hours and activities during school holidays.

Monday: 08:30 – 12:15, 12:45 – 17:00
Tuesday: 08:30 – 12:15, 12:45 – 17:00
Wednesday: 08:30 – 12:15, 12:45 – 17:00
Thursday: 08:30 – 12:15, 12:45 – 19:00
Friday: 08:30 – 12:15, 12:45 – 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 15:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 15:00

Contact details

Phone: 01787 737337
Email: library.help@suffolk.gov.uk
Facebook page
Friends of Great Cornard Library
Manager: Heather Welch

Facilities

Library facilities

Cash and cards accepted
Orchard Literary Games available to borrow for a week
Jigsaw puzzles available to borrow
Free menstrual products
Baby weighing facilities
Home Library Service

Accessibility

Accessible toilet
Baby changing facility
On site parking
Toilet
Wheelchair access

Accessibility information on
accessable.co.uk

IT & Printing

How to use the library

First time visiting the library? Take a look at our accessibility video walkthrough to show you how to find and navigate this library, so you know what to expect when you visit us.

This video was funded by the LibraryOn programme which is supported by Arts Council England.

Events

Events coming up at this library:

Lego Club at Great Cornard

Great Cornard Library

Get involved in fun creative Lego building activities.

Date: Sat 18 Jul 2026

Every Saturday
Time: 11:00 – 12:00
Place: Great Cornard Library, Sudbury

Mindful Colouring and Puzzles

Great Cornard Library

Enjoy a relaxed morning of colouring and puzzles for adults.

Date: Sat 18 Jul 2026

Every Saturday
Time: 10:00 – 11:00
Place: Great Cornard Library, Sudbury

Busy Booktime

Great Cornard Library

Enjoy a fun morning of storytime and crafts for children and their families.

Date: Sun 19 Jul 2026

Every Sunday
Time: 11:00 – 12:00
Place: Great Cornard Library, Sudbury

Young People Book Group

Great Cornard Library

Join our relaxed reading group, explore new stories and meet new friends.

Date: Sun 19 Jul 2026

On the third Sunday of every month
Time: 11:30 – 12:30
Place: Great Cornard Library, Sudbury

Oak Gall Inkmaking Workshop with Twigs CIC

Great Cornard Library

Join Lucy Shepherd and Jodi Peck from Twigs CIC and learn how to make your own oak gall ink.

Date: Mon 20 Jul 2026
Time: 09:45 – 15:30
Place: Great Cornard Library, Sudbury

Tot Rock at Great Cornard

Great Cornard Library

Enjoy active songs and rhymes for toddlers and under 5s.

Date: Mon 20 Jul 2026

Every Monday
Time: 09:30 – 10:00
Place: Great Cornard Library, Sudbury

Great Cornard Library

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