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Coventry Library Wins 10-Year Lease After Near Closure
8 Jan
Summary
- Library celebrates a new 10-year lease after nearly closing in 2017.
- Around 70 volunteers now run the library as a registered charity.
- The new lease enables eligibility for more funding opportunities.
A beloved community library in Coventry, Earlsdon Carnegie Community Library, has secured a vital 10-year lease, marking a triumph for its dedicated volunteers. The library faced imminent closure in 2017 but was rescued by campaigners and subsequently taken over by a team of approximately 70 volunteers the following year. This transition transformed it into a registered charity and a cherished community space.
Volunteers and supporters recently gathered to celebrate this unprecedented lease, signed in November. The chair of trustees expressed immense pride, highlighting the remarkable transformation from the brink of closure to a thriving community asset. The longer lease is seen as a significant endorsement of the library's value and sustainability, allowing it to continue offering essential services.
This extended lease is more than just a guarantee of continued operation; it is a crucial step towards securing future funding streams. The library actively hosts a variety of events and daily activities, including foreign-language learning and craft sessions, providing an open and welcoming environment for all.
