MAIDENHEAD'S BIG READ

Inspiring, enthusing & entertaining through literature and the arts.

We're big fans of reading, there is truly no greater pleasure in life than curling up in a big armchair and getting lost in a good book, magazine or comic. So you can imagine how ecstatic we are to announce the third Maidenhead's Big Read, coinciding with World Book Day in March.

22nd February to 10th March 2021

Our aim is to encourage adults and children from all backgrounds to read more, own books and visit their local library

A message from our Patron Dame Katherine Grainger

Check out some of our latest news stories

Have a look at the following news stories on our news page:

It's been a busy week for Maidenhead's Big Read
Stick Man thank you messages
Thank you recital for Nick Sharratt

Our Objectives

To inspire, enthuse and entertain people of all ages through literature and the arts;
To encourage adults and children from all backgrounds to read books, own books and visit their local library;
To promote World Book Day.

Our Goals

Maidenhead’s Big Read, organised by Maidenhead Community Book Festival, will help:

improve the educational attainment of children in our schools through reading;
bring families and neighbours together to share books, stories and activities;
increase reading and associated well-being in our community;
children develop a love of reading.

Big Read Inspiration

Bringing bestselling authors and illustrators as well as poets, story tellers, prominent politicians and influential journalists online to share their stories and lives.

Inspiring Young Readers

We are proud to be working with a number of local schools to bring reading and books to life, inspiring our young generation. Several authors, illustrators, poets and story tellers are sharing their passion for reading, writing and drawing with children during our online events with schools in Maidenhead.

Drop Everything and Read

At 12.15pm on Thursday 4th March 2021 (World Book Day) we invite you to join us in dropping everything and picking up a book.

Children, teachers, parents and work colleagues, join in wherever you are. Let's give it a go! Drop everything and pick up a book for just 5 minutes. Let's get all of Maidenhead reading at the same time!