• Library Talks l The Tudor Court and Its World: The Paintings, Drawings and Miniatures of Holbein and Hilliard with Mark Cottle

    Our next Library talk will be with Mark Cottle entitled "The Tudor Court and Its World: The Paintings, Drawings and Miniatures of Holbein and Hilliard.". This will take place in the Reading Room from 2pm to 3pm on Wednesday 10th June.  The Tudor court and its world are captured unforgettably by Hans Holbein under Henry VIII, and Nicholas Hilliard under Elizabeth I. Between them, these two artists […]

  • Free tour of The Morrab Library

    All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. The tour begins at 2pm, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large […]

  • No tour of The Morrab Library

    There is no free tour of the Library today as we prepare for our Summer Fair. We hope to see you there!

  • The Morrab Library Summer Fair 2026

    Morrab Library

      We hope you can join us for the Morrab Library Summer Fair, taking place on Saturday 20th June from 10am until 2pm.  You'll be able to explore stalls inside and out, featuring local makers showcasing their art and crafts, and there'll be plants, second-hand books and historic photos for sale. And don't forget our brilliant raffle and our much-loved refreshments room, tempting you with delicious homemade cakes. […]

  • Library Talks l Cornwall Uncharted with Dr Paul Taylor-McCartney l Wednesday 24th June

    Our next Library talk will be with Dr Paul Taylor-McCartney entitled "Cornwall Uncharted". This will take place in the Reading Room from 1:30pm-3pm on Wednesday 24th June. In this Library talk, Paul will discuss his new book, 'Cornwall Uncharted: Mapping Cornwall’s Queer History of Concealment, Culture and Creativity' and the research journey behind it. In conversation with Gareth D. L. Rees, Paul will explore how Cornwall’s […]

  • Visit our Rare Books Open Day – Thursday 25th June, 10.00-3.00pm.

    Morrab Library

    Join us to enjoy a glimpse of just a few of the Morrab Library’s vast array of rare, historic and important books in its collections. These special volumes are usually locked away, available to view by appointment, but rarely seen. On Thursday 25th June, the library will host an Open Day, where some of the finest examples […]

  • Free tour of The Morrab Library

    All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. The tour begins at 2pm, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large […]

  • Relaxed Book Group at The Morrab Library

    About the group: A friendly group for anyone who loves books but doesn’t want the pressure of a traditional book club. Rather than reading a specific book, we share what’s on our bookshelf or simply come for tea, biscuits and company in the beautiful book-filled atmosphere of The Morrab library. No library membership is required […]

  • Free tour of The Morrab Library

    All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. The tour begins at 2pm, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large […]

  • No tour of The Morrab Library

    All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. The tour begins at 2pm, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large […]

  • Library Talk: The Poetry of Daphne du Maurier with Dr. Serena Trowbridge.

    Morrab Library

      A hundred years ago this year, the young Daphne du Maurier set out in verse what she anticipated to be the life of a writer – a life she was about to embark on herself, at the age of 19. This poem was called ‘The Writer’, and throughout her life she continued to write […]

    £5
  • Creative Journaling with Emma Farley

    Morrab Library

    Join Emma from 1.00pm - 4.00pm for her Creative Journaling workshop. These sessions are open to absolute beginners and longtime journalers alike. No artistic skill needed — just curiosity. There are no rules, no pressure, and no “right way” to work. You’ll have gentle prompts, templates, and plenty of materials if you feel stuck, all […]

    £12
  • Free tour of The Morrab Library

    All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. The tour begins at 2pm, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large […]

  • Workshop l Forgotten Women, Sacred Landscapes: The Female Saints of Cornwall with Evie Bond

    The landscape of Cornwall is filled with the traces of its saints. Their names linger in villages, churches, holy wells, and ancient stories. Yet many of Cornwall’s female saints, once honoured and celebrated, have largely faded from view. Join historian and medievalist Evie Bond as she uncovers the lives, legends, and folklore of Cornwall’s female […]

  • Free tour of The Morrab Library

    All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. The tour begins at 2pm, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large […]

  • Relaxed Book Group at The Morrab Library

    About the group: A friendly group for anyone who loves books but doesn’t want the pressure of a traditional book club. Rather than reading a specific book, we share what’s on our bookshelf or simply come for tea, biscuits and company in the beautiful book-filled atmosphere of The Morrab library. No library membership is required […]

  • Library Talks l King Arthur’s folklore in Kernow with James Calderbank

    Our next Library talk will be with James Calderbank entitled "King Arthur’s folklore in Kernow". This will take place in the Reading Room from 2pm to 3pm on Wednesday 29th July.  Arthur, whether he existed or not, has long entertained us in fiction and mythology. Within folklore however, he is a different beast altogether. This ‘hero of the westcountry’ is fascinating, seemingly deeply rooted […]

  • Free tour of The Morrab Library

    All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. The tour begins at 2pm, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large […]

  • Free tour of The Morrab Library

    All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. The tour begins at 2pm, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large […]