
71% of Reading Friends participants found increased confidence to try new things thanks to the programme
Reading Friends was a reading connection programme that connected people through reading. It was delivered by The Reading Agency in partnership with public libraries.
Reading Friends made a difference to people’s lives – supporting wellbeing, creating meaningful connections, reducing loneliness and engaging more people in reading together for pleasure.
The Reading Agency is no longer providing national support for Reading Friends. Reading Friends is still available in some local communities, contact your local library to find out more.
Reading Friends has made a difference to people’s lives – supporting wellbeing, creating meaningful connections, reducing loneliness and engaging more people in reading together for pleasure. Reading Friends had a powerful impact on communities – building social support networks, creating long-lasting connections and friendships.
71% of Reading Friends participants found increased confidence to try new things thanks to the programme
66% of people felt more connected to others after taking part in our programmes and campaigns
FAQs for library authorities in relation to the discontinuation of Reading Friends from 2025/26.
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Use this form to log Reading Friends activity during 2025/26.
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Fill our this form to give your feedback on behalf of your library authority.
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A short survey for participants who haven't filled out a survey before and have attended 4 sessions.
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