Great Cornard Library

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

Opening Times

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: 10:00 – 13:30
Tuesday: 10:00 – 13:00
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 14:00 – 19:00
Friday: 10:00 – 13:00, 13:30 – 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:

Busy Booktime

Great Cornard Library

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

Date: Sun 26 Jul 2026

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

Tot Rock at Great Cornard

Great Cornard Library

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

Date: Mon 27 Jul 2026

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

Quiz Club Tuesdays

Great Cornard Library

Join in with our fun and friendly weekly quiz club for adults.

Date: Tue 28 Jul 2026

Every Tuesday
Time: 10:00 – 11:00
Place: Great Cornard Library, Head Lane, Sudbury

Friendship Friday: activity group for older adults

Great Cornard Library

Enjoy fun activities at this social group for older people.

Date: Fri 31 Jul 2026

Every 2 weeks on Friday
Time: 10:00 – 11:00
Place: Great Cornard Library, Sudbury

Nature Game Artwork Workshop with Artist Henry Driver

Great Cornard Library

Join artist and game developer Henry Driver and learn how to create your own video game artwork inspired by the Brecks' landscape.

Date: Fri 31 Jul 2026
Time: 09:45 – 15:30
Place: Great Cornard Library, Head Lane, Sudbury

Summer Crafts for Families

Great Cornard Library

Creative crafts for all the family to enjoy throughout the summer holidays.

Date: Fri 31 Jul 2026

Every Friday
Time: 11:00 – 16:00
Place: Great Cornard Library, Sudbury

Great Cornard Library

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