Biddulph Library is set to receive funding as part of a broader £5 million investment by Staffordshire County Council to modernize and refurbish libraries across the county over the next five years.

Biddulph Library is outlined to receive £248,217 in funding for refurbishments scheduled for the 2026/27 period. This investment aims to update public areas, enhance digital connectivity, and create flexible, community-focused spaces that meet local needs, such as bright, airy environments and inspiring children’s areas. The refurbishment plans are part of a strategic effort to ensure libraries remain vital community hubs, with local engagement shaping the design process. Library users will be asked how they use their library and what they want it to look like in the future. 

Kidsgrove Library is set to receive funding as part of a broader £5 million investment by Staffordshire County Council to modernize and refurbish libraries across the county over the next five years.

Kidsgrove Library is outlined to receive £220,801 in funding for refurbishments scheduled for the 2026/27 period. This investment aims to update public areas, enhance digital connectivity, and create flexible, community-focused spaces that meet local needs, such as bright, airy environments and inspiring children’s areas. The refurbishment plans are part of a strategic effort to ensure libraries remain vital community hubs, with local engagement shaping the design process. Library users will be asked how they use their library and what they want it to look like in the future. 

Play areas in Biddulph are to get £180,000 to update and improve over the next 4 years.

The money comes from Staffordshire Moorlands District Council as part of their Play and Outdoor Sports Facilities Investment Plan.

The play areas that will benefit are Church Road play area, which will receive a total of £110,000, and Biddulph Valley Park play area which will receive £70,000.