Design a bookmark competition
Saturday 16 May 2026 at 10:30AM
Chelmsford Library
Event Description
Come along to this fantastic event on Thursday 14 May and Saturday 16 May from 11am to 1pm and design a bookmark inspired by your love of nature, reading, or both! The competition is run by Chelmsford City Parks and the winning designs will be displayed in community library boxes in parks around Chelmsford District!
First prize includes a £25 book token, art materials and 50 bookmarks with your design. Competition opens Monday 11 May and closes Monday 15 June and you can pick up an entry form and submit it here at Chelmsford Library or by scanning and emailing it at: corporate.marketing@chelmsford.gov.uk
When
10:30AM - 12:30PM
Saturday 16 May 2026
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Where
Chelmsford Library
County Hall Market Road
Chelmsford CM1 1QH
UK
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Event Partner
In partnership with Chelmsford City Council and Chelmsford City Parks
Bookings
There's no need to book your place for this event. Just meet us at Chelmsford Library.
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