Digital Spaces at Coventry Libraries

Digital Spaces 2025

Digital Spaces is coming to Coventry Libraries!

We are thrilled to announce that Coventry Libraries and Information Service is one of the nine library services in England selected to participate in the groundbreaking Digital Spaces program. This innovative initiative, in collaboration with Arts Council England, BFI, with National Lottery Funding, and The Space, is set to launch in 2025 and promises to revolutionise digital engagement and accessibility in our libraries.

Luke Burton, Director, Libraries at Arts Council England, said:

“Libraries are central to bringing culture and creativity to local communities and the Digital Spaces programme is an exciting opportunity to demonstrate what modern library services can offer. We are delighted to support The Space with their work in broadening access to digital creativity as they build on their successful pilot scheme in Coventry.”

What you can look forward to in 2025

Get ready to be amazed by our new collection of VR experiences right here in your local library! Supported by the BFI with National Lottery funding, a national VR tour will visit our libraries twice throughout the year, starting in Coventry Central Library, 25th January – 9th February with a thrilling programme of VR experiences, including:

  • Wallace & Gromit in the Grand Getaway:Join the beloved characters on a new immersive adventure.
  • The Philharmonia Virtual Orchestra - The Lark Ascending: Experience a mesmerising 360-degree performance of Vaughan Williams's masterpiece featuring Nicola Benedetti.
  • Monoliths: Explore England's northern landscape through the voices of three women in this immersive XR experience by Pilot Theatre and One to One Development Trust.

With more awe-inspiring VR experiences to be announced soon!

two people in a library, the lady is wearing a VR headset and is smiling the man is posing and pointing with both hands towards the viewer.

We're also excited to collaborate with local communities and partners to develop and create an innovative new digital project.

Stay tuned for more details and get ready to embark on an exciting digital journey with us!

For further information, please visit your local library.

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