Councillor Clare Sutton talking about the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge

Councillor Clare Sutton celebrates the National Year of Reading and encourages children and families across Dorset to get involved in the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, Read to the Beat.

The video highlights the benefits of reading for enjoyment and showcases how Dorset's libraries are helping young people build confidence, creativity and a lifelong love of books.

Watch the video