A New Chapter: Lakes & Dales Coop launches Book Banks ahead of World Book Day
IN celebration of World Book Day on March 6th, Lakes & Dales Coop is on a mission to make reading
more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
The community retailer is rolling out in-store Book Banks, inviting customers to donate or take
books for free.
The Book Banks allow people to donate or pick up pre-loved books with no cost involved. From
fantastical fairy tales to bold biographies, all genres are gladly welcomed! Lakes & Dales Coop aims
to rekindle the joy of reading while supporting the circular economy and reducing waste.
This initiative comes as reading among children has reached a concerning low, with just one in
three saying they enjoy picking up a book, according to World Book Day. Lakes & Dales Coop aims to
encourage families to share their favourite books and rekindle a love for reading.
Steve Beavis, Lakes & Dales Coop Community Manager: “Books have the power to inspire,
educate, and bring people together. Our Book Banks are a simple way to help more people discover
the joy of reading. Whether donating or picking up a book, we hope this initiative will spread the
love of reading and bring our communities closer.”
The Book Banks will remain in stores beyond World Book Day as part of Lakes & Dales Coop’s
ongoing commitment to supporting the communities they serve. Whether donating or discovering a
new favourite book, they hope customers will join them in spreading the joy of reading!
