In an attempt to attract young people back into libraries a library in Devon has installed a Wii.

Crediton library have installed a Nintendo Wii console in an attempt to get young people back into their building. Between 17:00 and 18:00 every week day people can go in and play on the Wii for free.

The library have purchased a television, Wii, three titles and the installation itself and has been funded by Crediton Town Council and Devon County Council. The titles that they currently offer are Mario Kart, Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort.

According to a spokesperson for the county council their aim is to "encourage more younger people, especially those who might not otherwise be regular visitors, to use the library while meeting and socialising with friends".