The National Year of Reading 2026 is a UK-wide initiative led by the National Literacy Trust and the Department for Education, with The Reading Agency coordinating public library activity. It aims to make reading more joyful, visible and relevant in everyday life, and to support libraries as trusted community hubs for reading, creativity and connection.
Across London, public libraries are playing a central role in bringing the campaign to life through events, partnerships, displays and outreach.
Resources for London Libraries members
This section brings together key resources for London library services taking part in the National Year of Reading. We highlight the most useful toolkits, provide downloadable logos for local use, and share a London-wide timeline of key moments you may want to align with.
How libraries can take part
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Badge existing activity with Go All In – Use the branding on regular programmes such as storytimes, book clubs and community groups.
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Reach new audiences – Work with schools, community partners, local venues and public spaces to promote reading and library membership.
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Create displays that invite people to ‘Go All In’
Interest-led displays, staff picks, quick reads and themed tables.
Reading in communities across London
Throughout 2026 London libraries will be marking the National Year of Reading through a wide range of local activity, from interest-led displays and creative workshops to partnerships with schools, community organisations and neighbourhood venues. Many services will be badging existing programmes such as storytimes, book groups and skills sessions with the Go All In identity, while also taking reading out into places where people already spend their time. Alongside this, London Libraries is promoting Read On, our free app developed by the consortium to help adults discover books, set personal reading goals and rediscover the joy of reading. Read On complements the aims of the National Year of Reading by making reading more visible, accessible and enjoyable, and we encourage libraries to signpost it as part of their local offer.
Logos and Resources
Some authorities experience difficulties accessing the full Brand Toolkit. To help, we provide core National Year of Reading logos below for local use.
