Unlimited Play, Zero Cost

Welcome to Northampton's favorite toy library! Borrow amazing educational toys, books, and games for children under 5—completely FREE.

Happy children playing with educational toys at Camrose Toy Library

Why Families Love Us

Three powerful reasons to join our growing community

Colorful educational toys saving families money

Save Hundreds of Pounds

Raising little ones gets expensive! The average family spends £300-£500 yearly on toys children quickly outgrow. Our free toy library eliminates that cost entirely. Borrow premium educational toys, return them when your child is ready for new challenges, and watch your savings grow. That money stays in your pocket for family experiences, nutritious meals, or future education funds. Smart parents choose sharing over shopping!

Eco-friendly toy sharing reducing plastic waste

Protect Our Planet

Every toy borrowed is one less toy manufactured and one less toy in landfill. The UK generates 8.5 million tons of plastic waste annually, with children's toys contributing significantly. By sharing our high-quality toy collection, your family actively reduces plastic consumption, carbon emissions from manufacturing, and packaging waste. Teach your children environmental responsibility through action—caring for toys and passing them to other families creates eco-conscious citizens for tomorrow.

Children learning through play with educational toys

Learning Through Play

Play is children's work—it's how they explore, discover, and develop critical skills. Our carefully curated collection supports every developmental stage: from sensory toys that build neural pathways in babies, to puzzles that enhance problem-solving, to role-play sets that nurture social-emotional intelligence. Access 200+ educational resources that build fine motor skills, language development, creativity, and school readiness. Give your child the advantage of diverse, high-quality learning experiences without the financial burden.

New Arrivals This Week

Fresh toys added regularly to keep play exciting!

New educational toy collection
STEM Discovery Set

Build, create, and explore with 50+ pieces for budding engineers aged 3-5.

Sensory play toys
Sensory Exploration Kit

Perfect for toddlers developing fine motor skills and sensory awareness.

Pretend play toys
Community Helpers Role Play

Doctor, firefighter, and builder costumes with props for imaginative play.

Ready to Start Your Adventure?

Join hundreds of Northampton families discovering the joy of free, sustainable play.

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