High Wycombe Library
5 Eden Place, High Wycombe HP11 2DH
Telephone: 0845 2303232 Email: lib-hiw@buckscc.gov.uk
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9.30am - 8pm |
| Wednesday | 9.30am - 5.30pm |
| Thursday | 9.30am - 8pm |
| Friday | 9.30am - 5.30pm |
| Saturday | 9.30am - 5.30pm |
| Sunday | 11am - 5pm |
| Public holidays | Closed |
The £5.6 million hi-tech library boasts 2,200 sq metres of space on four floors and opened in June 2008. From self-service terminals for borrowers and 24 hour hole-in-the-wall returns on the ground floor, through an exhibition area on the mezzanine level, to the main leisure, children's and toy libraries on the first floor, and study and learning on the second floor, the library really does have something for everyone.
Discover
- The latest books, CDs and DVDs
- Computers and internet access
- Local History
- Toy library
- Exhibitions including art and museum displays
- Headspace - A dedicated library for teenagers
- Sunday opening
- Adult Learning
- Meeting rooms
- Children and babies area
- Quiet study room
- and much more
Local history
Upstairs in the community display cases, Wycombe Museum and Buckinghamshire County Museum have brought out a collection of treasures, celebrating the local industries and pastimes of Wycombe. From a Wycombe Wanderers scarf to samples of hand-made lace, business cards printed by the artist Eric Gill and children's chairs, the objects highlight the richness and diversity of the museums' collections and life in Wycombe.
Local Studies
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.
Teenagers - HeadSpace
Exciting new facilities on the first floor include a teenage 'Headspace' area with refreshments and music as well as books, DVDs, CDs, games, magazines, chill-out zone, computers and study spaces. With input from local teenagers, we will be running various clubs and activities.
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 here, as well as reading clubs and holiday activities. There is a special room to park your buggy, and spacious baby change facilities.
We are pleased to be able to offer a toy library also, where you can borrow toys and take part in craft activities and parenting sessions.
For more information call 0845 2303232 or email lib-hiw@buckscc.gov.uk
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