Six young readers have been awarded exclusive gold library cards at Peterborough Central Library after each borrowing and reading more than a thousand books, according to the Peterborough Libraries & Archives website. The ceremony on 30 June saw the six children presented with their cards by the Mayor of Peterborough, with representatives from the National Literacy Trust also in attendance.
In total, 31 children were recognised at the event for their dedication to reading. The presentation also marked the launch of a permanent citywide reading milestone scheme. Going forward, any child in Peterborough who reaches 250, 500, 750, or 1,000 books will receive a certificate or a gold card to mark their achievement.
The National Literacy Trust maintains an active hub in Peterborough, managed by Becky Marrs, which works with schools and families to support literacy initiatives throughout the city. Peterborough Libraries & Archives operates ten public library sites, including Bretton, Dogsthorpe, and Hampton, alongside a mobile library service. All libraries are free to join and offer physical books, eBooks, audiobooks, newspapers, magazines, and regular children’s events such as Storytime and Rhymetime sessions.
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