# Astounding Archaeological Inventions at Melksham Library, Melksham Forest — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Discover hands-on archaeology fun for all ages at this engaging library activity centre, complete with accessible facilities, parking and picnic-friendly spaces at the heart of Melksham. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/melksham-forest/attractions/astounding-archaeological-inventions-at-melksham-library (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Library # Astounding Archaeological Inventions at Melksham Library Community Campus, Market Pl, Melksham SN12 6ES, UK [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17560001589064963691&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [UK skywatcher](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/109518043065005266916) **In short:** Astounding Archaeological Inventions at Melksham Library is a library in Melksham Forest, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 45 Google reviews. Details checked 3 November 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Astounding Archaeological Inventions at Melksham Library Discover hands-on archaeology fun for all ages at this engaging library activity centre, complete with accessible facilities, parking and picnic-friendly spaces at the heart of Melksham. ## What's nearby - Melksham Community Campus (gym and library) next door - Melksham Cricket Club next door - St Michael & All Angels' Church 200m away - Melksham Post Office 250m away - The King's Arms, Melksham 300m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM **Friday** 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM **Saturday** 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM **Sunday** 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Billy C](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116689688253021491347/reviews) ★★★★★ The campus is a great place to visit. It has excellent facilities including a cafe. The library staff are always very friendly and helpful. · via Google [Annabelle Hart](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110589870842587684637/reviews) ★★★★★ Came to revise for A levels and pretty decent library, though there were few tables there was always enough. Only massive issue is the people my age and younger screaming running and swearing. Really like other than that, saved me for my psychology exams · via Google [TheReviewer](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101377431961094283162/reviews) ★★★★★ Modern library attached to leisure centre. Well equipped children's reading area with soft seats. Cafe with views into the pool. Toilets and local information available. Staff are friendly and helpful · via Google [Jan Crabtree](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101728087162515604531/reviews) ★★★★★ Fabulous facility for Melksham and surrounding villages. It's spacious, warm and friendly and has a good range of activities throughout the week. So easy to join, physical and electronic card membership, great range of publications and periodicals available too... Save the planet - borrow a book rather than buy one 😉 · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x48717ce4abc92a83:0xf3b1a8688b83166b!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Community Campus, Market Place, Melksham, SN12 6ES [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.3707910%2C-2.1418247) **Category** Adventure & Activity Centres **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (45 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Destination** Melksham Forest [More attractions in Melksham Forest](https://staycation.co.uk/melksham-forest/attractions) ★ 4.5 (45 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.facebook.com/share/1F92Xz6FQ4/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01225 702039](tel:01225702039) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Melksham Forest **Postcode** SN12 6ES **Plus Code** 9C3V9VC5+87 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x48717ce4abc92a83:0xf3b1a8688b83166b!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48717ce4abc92a83:0xf3b1a8688b83166b!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48717ce4abc92a83:0xf3b1a8688b83166b!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Melksham Forest Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Astounding Archaeological Inventions at Melksham Library has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Astounding Archaeological Inventions at Melksham Library suitable for? Astounding Archaeological Inventions at Melksham Library suits all ages. ### Is Astounding Archaeological Inventions at Melksham Library wheelchair accessible? Astounding Archaeological Inventions at Melksham Library has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### How do I contact Astounding Archaeological Inventions at Melksham Library? 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