Libraries in Aylesbury
This page lists libraries in Aylesbury and the surrounding Vale, from the main public library run by the county service to smaller community and specialist libraries and the network of Little Free Library book exchanges dotted around local parks and estates. Public libraries offer far more than lending, including reference material, free public computers and Wi-Fi, study space and children’s activities.
What you will find
Book and audiobook lending
Reference and local history
Free public computers
Free Wi-Fi
Study and reading space
Children’s storytime
Printing and photocopying
Community book exchanges
Online and e-book access
Events and reading groups
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Aylesbury Library
📍 Walton Street Offices, Walton St Accessible parkingOn-site servicesStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- helpful and friendly staff
- bright modern refurbished space
- good facilities and computer access
- children's and sensory areas
- useful workshops and community info
- noise in quiet areas
- limited opening hours
- restricted access via Library Flex
- reduced services and selection
- ★ 4.2 (6) Library – Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust 📍 Stoke Mandeville Hospital, Mandeville Rd, Aylesbury Accessible parkingStep-free access View
- Popular ★ 4.8 (5) Buckinghamshire Library Service 📍 Buckinghamshire Library Service Buckinghamshire Council, Offices, Walton St Accessible parkingStep-free access View
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Popular ★ 4.9 (25)
Stoke Mandeville Postgraduate Centre
📍 Aylesbury HP21 9FY, United Kingdom Accessible parkingStep-free access
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What customers say review highlights
- well organised and efficient
- quick and easy process
- friendly helpful staff
- library and cafe available
What local libraries offer
The main public library in Aylesbury, part of the Buckinghamshire library service, lends books, audiobooks and e-books, holds reference and local history collections, and provides free public computers, Wi-Fi and quiet study space. Most branches run children's storytime, reading groups and seasonal events, and offer printing and photocopying. Membership is free for residents and gives access to the wider county catalogue and online services.
Community libraries and book exchanges
Alongside the main service you will find smaller community libraries and a growing network of Little Free Library boxes in parks and on residential streets, where anyone can take a book or leave one. These are run by volunteers and local groups rather than the council, and they are a simple way to pass on and pick up reading for free close to home.
Using the library
Joining is usually free with proof of address, and you can reserve titles online, renew loans and download e-books and audiobooks through the county service. Opening hours vary by branch, so check each listing before you travel. If you are after books to buy rather than borrow, see our bookshops listings, and for days out our things to do section.
Frequently asked questions
How do I join the library in Aylesbury?
Joining the public library is free for residents. You can usually sign up online or in person with proof of name and address, then borrow books and use the computers straight away. Membership also gives access to the wider Buckinghamshire catalogue and to e-books and audiobooks online.
Can I use a computer or Wi-Fi at the library?
Yes. Public libraries provide free computers and free Wi-Fi, which is useful for study, job searching or printing. Sessions may need booking at busy times, so it is worth checking with the branch.
What is a Little Free Library?
It is a small, volunteer-run book exchange box where you can take a book or leave one for free. Several are dotted around Aylesbury's parks and estates. They are not part of the council library service and have no formal opening hours.
Can I borrow e-books and audiobooks?
Yes. The county library service offers free e-books and audiobooks you can download with your library membership, alongside physical lending at the branches.