'Every year we arrange a wide range of events, visits to places of interest, talks on subjects of local interest or concern and some public meetings ... Most visits are open only to Society members and will usually be marked as private: where an event is open to the public it will be clearly indicated.' Venues vary.

'In association with the Department of English and Creative Writing, the NCRCL hosts a number of research talks across the year which are given by a wide range of experts in the field of children’s literature and are open to anyone who wishes to attend.'

Occasional talks and related events; venues vary.

'We generally meet at 12.30 pm on the 1st Sunday of the month; however, public holidays, etc may occasionally affect the date ... All are Welcome.'

'All talks are held on the last Friday of the month.'

Monthly talks, Thursday evenings: 'Talks are open to all local residents and are usually FREE' (otherwise, join the Society).