Library Flex availability during Christmas and New Year

Library Flex will not be available from 1pm on 24 December to 28 December 2026, and from 4pm on 31 December 2026 to 1 January 2027. Normal service will be available on 29 and 30 December. View library opening hours.

Complete a Library Flex induction

Overview

Library Flex gives you access to participating libraries during extended opening hours.

We have extended opening hours at 8 of our main libraries, with staff available at the busiest times and self-service technology at other times.

With Library Flex, you can borrow, reserve or renew books and other items, collect reservations, print, use library computers and study spaces, and return items when staff are not on site.

Register for Library Flex

To use the library during extended hours, upgrade your membership to Library Flex by completing a 10‑minute online induction.

Allow up to 2 working days for us to update your library card. You can then access the library during unstaffed hours.

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If you'd prefer to complete your induction in person, speak to a member of staff at your local library.

How Library Flex works

Library Flex provides access to participating libraries beyond staffed opening hours using self-service technology.

You can borrow and return items, use library computers, print and study.

A Council Access Point (CAP) phone is available in the library during both staffed and unstaffed hours, connecting you directly to Buckinghamshire Council customer services.

Safety measures include live CCTV, emergency phones and upgraded alarm systems.

Watch our video explaining how Library Flex works.

When you can use Library Flex

Library Flex hours are additional opening hours when library staff are not on site. Normal staffed opening hours continue to operate as usual.

Select a library below to view its Library Flex opening hours:

Help us improve this service

We welcome your feedback and suggestions. Email us at [email protected].

Terms and conditions

View the terms and conditions for Library Flex.

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