Norton Hive Library and Community Hub
The Norton Hive Library and Community Hub is run by volunteers to provide library services and community facilities for Norton and Surrounding areas.
Please explore our website to find out more about what we do and how you can join in.
Welcome to Norton Hive Library and Community Hub
Everyone is welcome at The Norton Hive, where members can enjoy fiction and non-fiction books (including large print editions), and books for the very young, juniors and teens.
Audio books can be borrowed for a small fee.
We also have:
- public access computers (first 60 minutes free)
- printing, scanning and photocopying in A4 & A3, both Colour & B & W (small per copy fee is charged).
- A Home Library Service which will deliver books to your door if you cannot easily access your local or carry your books
- internet and computer access, and IT help and advice
- Free Wi-Fi
- Community and health information
- Room Hire - Click Here for Room Rates.
Activities at The Norton Hive
On alternate Saturdays we have The Busy Bee Craft Club (See What's On pages for details).
Storytime is on every Thursday morning from 10:30am to 11:30am, along with Knit and Natter which meets on Thursday mornings between 10.30am and 12 noon.
You can join us at Spinning Group on the last Tuesday in the month at 10am.
The Book Club meets in the Derwent Room at Norton Hive Library on the first Tuesday in the month at 2.30pm.
And keep your eye out on the What's On pages for details of all our regular and up and coming events. There are special events throughout July and August so don't forget to book your places.
Opening Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9.30am – 5.00pm
Wednesday: 9.30am – 5.00pm
Thursday: 9.30am – 5.00pm
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9.30pm – 1pm
We do not open on Sundays or on Bank Holidays.
If the library is closed, you are able to renew a book loan online at https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/browse-reserve-and-renew-items
Parking
For Library members’ use, there is a private car park behind the library, including designated disabled bays. These are limited to 3 hours and are controlled by entering your car registration number on the terminal
inside the library. If you do not enter your registration a fine will be issued by the car park owners.
Accessibility
The library has three steps with handrails.
Wheelchair users have access via a ramp.
Internally, the library is on the ground floor with no steps.
We have a disabled Toilet with Baby Changing Facilities.
Our Next Event
Learning Craft Session Enjoy a wonderful afternoon of storytelling
and creativity with our Lighthouse Keeper’s Lunch – Family
Families will work together across four themed craft stations, bringing the seaside setting
and humorous story to life while developing creativity, language, confidence and fine motor skills.
Date: Tuesday 28 July 2026
Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Venue: Norton Hive Library & Community Hub
This is a free event, but places are limited and must be booked in advance through North Yorkshire Adult Learning
TO BOOK YOUR CHILD INTO THE EVENT:
View poster to scan QR code.
If you are unable to book online, please contact the Adult Learning office, who will be happy to help.
Website: www.northyorks.gov.uk/adultlearning
Telephone: 01609 536066
Whether your child enjoys singing, dancing, listening to stories or simply having fun with friends,
this special event promises an enjoyable afternoon in a welcoming library setting.
Event Details
📅 Wednesay 22nd July
🕜 1:30pm – 2:30pm
📍 Norton Hive Library and Community Hub
Booking is recommended as places are limited.
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Become a friend of the library
Would you like to have your say on how Norton Hive is run? Can you help to support Norton Hive to stay open with a free at point of access library service?
Become a friend of Norton Hive, so much more than just a library.
Hire a room
We have two rooms for hire at Norton Hive.
The main library may be used for a variety of events on most evenings and sometimes during the day (Monday and Friday) when the library is closed.
The Derwent room is available during the day from 9.30am – 5.00pm and is a light and airy area.
The history of Norton Hive
The building which now houses Norton Hive Library and Community Hub began life as a primary school, and has evolved into a volunteer-run library, community hub and community garden.