The Reading Retreat, drop-in Shared Reading Groups for Adults

The Reading Retreat is a free and friendly shared reading group. Join us weekly to discuss a piece of writing that is read aloud by the volunteer Reader Leader at the start of the session.

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Page last updated 26th March 2026

Who is this for?

Age Group

Over 18

What is this activity?

What we offer:

Free, weekly reading groups.
There is no reading to do beforehand. You can just arrive at a session and join in the discussion or listen to others discussing.

Our sessions:

Kingston Library: Mondays 11:00-12:00
Alfriston Outreach Centre: Tuesdays 10:30-11:30
Tolworth Library: Wednesdays 14:30-15:30
Surbiton Library: Thursdays 10:30-11:30
New Malden Library: Thursdays 11:30-12:30

You can contact your local library for more information.

Good to know

Cost: Free

Locations

Alfriston Outreach Service

Kingston Library

New Malden Library

Surbiton library

Tolworth Library

Alfriston Outreach Service

Location

3 Berrylands Road
Surbiton

KT5 8RB

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