Jubilee Library - Storytime for Under 5's

Storytime for Under 5's is back at Jubilee Library from 4 June 2027, running every morning at 10:15am through to 31 July. It's one of those steady fixtures of the children's programme here in Brighton, and if you've got a little one at home, it's a good one to keep on your radar for the summer.

At its heart, it's exactly what the name says: stories read aloud for the under-fives. But the library describes these sessions as the backbone of their children's programming, and there's a bit more to it than just sitting and listening. The idea is that they help develop language skills, vocabulary, and comprehension in those early years, while fostering a love of reading from the start. It's also a bonding experience between parent and child, so it's something you do together rather than something you just drop them off for.

One thing the library makes a point of mentioning is that storytimes aren't just for the children. It's as much about the adults in the room as it is about the kids, so don't feel like you're just the chaperone — you're part of the session. If you're looking for a regular morning out with your little one, this is a reliable spot to land.

It runs every morning at 10:15am from 4 June to 31 July, at Jubilee Library, Jubilee Street, Brighton, BN1 1GE. Since it's a daily thing, you don't have to commit to a specific date; you can just pop in when it suits your morning.