Green Library Hubs
Green Library Hubs is a national programme to support people to live more sustainably and take climate action.
We run our hub with the British Library, connecting global climate challenges to local priorities, such as energy costs, access to food and wellbeing.
Our Hub is run from Pancras Square Library and we’re focused on supporting communities in St Pancras, Somers Town and King’s Cross.
Who can get involved
The Green Library Hub is a welcoming space for everyone interested in practical ways to save money, learn new skills and improve your community.
We want to support everyone in taking practical action on climate change, in ways that are part of everyday life.
How you can get involved
Take part in activities and workshops, including:
- learn repair and making skills
- get advice on saving energy at home
- take part in gardening and nature-based activities
- enjoy creative sessions for children and families
You can share your ideas and help shape how our Green Library Hub works. We’ll work with you and local partners to put on sessions that reflect what matters to you.
Upcoming events
Sewing and Mending Club
- Pancras Square Library, N1C 4AG
- every Friday and Saturday in June, 1pm to 3pm
- for all
This is a place to sew, fix clothes and learn together. Join our friendly sewing community to get creative and share skills. Fridays are informal social sewing sessions, and Saturdays are teacher-led upcycling and mending workshops. Bring along clothes to repair, alter, or refresh.
Register for Sewing and Mending Club
Clean Air Heroes: Build an Air Pollution Catcher
- Pancras Square Library, N1C 4AG, and Kentish Town Library, NW5 2AA
- Thursday 18 June, 4pm to 5pm
- for ages 4 to 11
Become a Clean Air Hero by building a simple pollution catcher to help spot and observe air pollution. It’s an easy and creative way to learn more about the air around us, how pollution affects our communities, and why clean air matters.
Register for Clean Air Heroes at Pancras Square Library.
Register for Clean Air Heroes at Kentish Town Library.
Camden Eco Atlas: Nature Walk and creative workshop
- Holborn Library, WC1X 8PA
- Friday 19 June, 12pm to 5pm
- for all
Join us at 12pm for a gentle creative walk exploring local green spaces, noticing plants, hidden corners, and everyday nature along the way.
From 1pm in the library, drop-in to take part in relaxed hands-on activities. This includes sun printing, natural dyeing, and helping to co-create a shared Camden map inspired by what we’ve discovered.
Register for Camden Echo Atlas.
Somewhere the Sun is Always Shining festival
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Somers Town, NW1 1EE
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Saturday 20 June
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for all
Join a fun-filled festival all about heat, climate, and community with ice cream, creative workshops, storytelling, art sessions, cooling kits, and talks from researchers and health experts. Don’t miss the workshop, presented by the British Library, exploring climate change, water scarcity, memories, and messaging across generations.
Climate Stories in Writing, Joy and Hope
- Swiss Cottage Library, NW3 3HA
- Saturday 20 June, 1.30pm to 4.30pm
- for all
This workshop combines climate science, poetry and short texts writing in a friendly atmosphere. Beginners are very welcome.
Register for Climate Stories in Writing, Joy and Hope.
The Broken Umbrella Challenge
- Camden Town Library, NW1 1BD
- Monday 22 June, 4pm to 5.30pm
- for ages 5 to 9
Join us at London Climate Action Week for a fun and engaging workshop, where you'll learn how to repurpose broken objects by transforming them into something new.
Register for The Broken Umbrella Challenge.
The Broken Umbrella Challenge
- The British Library, NW1 2DB
- Thursday 25 June, 4pm to 5.30pm
- for ages 5 to 9
Join us London Climate Action Week for a fun and engaging workshop where you'll learn how to repurpose broken objects by transforming them into something new.
Register for The Broken Umbrella Challenge.
Keep up to date
Subscribe to our email newsletter to find out about upcoming activities, workshops and events. We’ll also include information about climate change and other resources.
More information on the programme
The Green Library Hubs is a 3-year project funded by the National Lottery through the Climate Action Fund and led by CILIP.