High Wycombe Library

5 Eden Place, High Wycombe HP11 2DH
Telephone: 0845 2303232
Email: lib-hiw@buckscc.gov.uk
Library location map 

We have everything from books and multimedia services on the busy leisure and children's floor to well-resourced, high-tech facilities on the quiet study and learning floor. Self-service terminals, huge range of stock, exciting exhibitions and space to read, surf and discover.

Opening hours

Check for changes to published opening hours

Discover

• Books, CDs and DVDs
• Audio books
• Computers, internet access and scanning
• Photocopiers and scanner
• Computer for customers with visual impairment
• Exhibitions on the mezzanine and throughout the library
• Adult Learning classes
• Meeting rooms for hire
• Children and babies area
• Quiet study room
• Tourist information - from Wycombe District Council's Tourist Information Centre in the library foyer

Free wireless internet access

Your free wi-fi hotspot is open 6 days a week.  Just bring along your own laptop to connect to the internet for free.  Ask a member of staff for a log-on.

Local studies and local history

On the second floor, the library has a dedicated local studies and family history research area, where you can view parish registers for south Buckinghamshire, local maps and photographs, and the Bucks Free Press newspaper on microfilm from 1856 to the present.

Young People - Headspace@High Wycombe Library

Headspace is a project, supported by the Reading Agency, which works in partnership with young people. Together with a group of 11 – 19 year olds we have created a place where they can read, listen, surf and chill. It is a place where the experience of enjoying reading can be shared, where young people can meet others, take part in positive activities, volunteer, seek information and inspiration, or simply pick up a book and enjoy a drink and a snack.

All events, activities and even the books on offer at Headspace are chosen by young people for young people.

Younger children

There is also an extensive children and babies area with specially selected books, dvds and cds for our younger members.  Regular storytimes and Bounce & Rhyme sessions take place during term time, as well as reading clubs and holiday activities.  There is a special room to park your buggy, and spacious baby change facilities.

You can also borrow toys from the Boomerang Toy Library.  Telephone 01494 463717 for more information and to check on times.