Friends

Friends of Bedale Community Library (FoBCL) was launched in March 2017 with the main aim of raising funds for Bedale Community Library.  Friends make an annual donation of £15 or more. We hope to run events throughout the year.

Becoming a Friend

If you would like to become a Friend of Bedale Community Library, download and complete the form below, and please return it by email, to the Library or post to: Alan Shinkfield (Treasurer FoBCL) at 8 Oak Tree Drive, Bedale DL8 1UL. Form for joining the Friends

By becoming a Friend, you will help to keep a library open in Bedale for the benefit of the communities of Bedale and the surrounding villages.

For more information on becoming a Friend of Bedale Community Library see our Becoming a Friend page

Donations

FoBCL is registered with Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) as a ‘small charity’ and can claim Gift Aid on your donations if applicable.

  • Susan Perkins (Chair)
  • Alan Shinkfield (Treasurer)
  • Sarah Maude (Secretary)

Contact

Officers of FoBCL can be contacted on committee@bedalecommunitylibrary.org.uk or write to them c/o Bedale Community Library, Bedale Hall, North End, Bedale, DL8 1AA.

For more information or to become a Friend, download the 2021 Form for joining the Friends or the Membership Leaflet or email committee@bedalecommunitylibrary.org.uk

Events

The Friends launched an online event on 23rd March 2021 (and available afterwards) with a prize draw. The event included Brian Cook talking to local author Tracey Iceton and a reading by Alan Bennet. You can view this event below: