The toy library is part of the City Council's Play Services. Who can use the Toy Library A centre for loaning high quality toys and play resources to families, carers,childminders, parent and toddler groups, pre-schools, community groups, creches and statutory services, the library is open to all children and young people, their families and carers, all groups working with children in the city. Loans and memberships are free. Groups can borrow 6 items for up to 6 weeks. Individuals can borrow 2 items for up to 3 weeks.
New groups setting up can arrange for bulk loans.
Small toys suitable for younger children in earlier stages of development - shape sorters, activity gyms and mats, rattles. Imaginative play - dolls and puppets, dressing up outfits, role play equipment, toys, farms, garages, dolls houses etc. Special needs toys and play equipment - musical and switch operated toys, activity centres, easy grip puzzles. Games and puzzles - lift out wooden play trays, floor puzzles, board games and large velcro boards. All the toys and resources reflects and promotes positive images of the multi-cultural society in which we live.