Coronavirus info: Coronavirus info: it is your choice whether to wear a mask in the library, hand sanitizer is available at the door.

Opening Times

Monday	2pm – 5pm
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	2pm – 7pm
Thursday	10am – 1pm
Friday	Closed
Saturday	10am – 1pm
Sunday	Closed

During closing hours you can still renew your books online via the Leicestershire Libraries link below:

http://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/leisure-and-community/libraries/renew-and-reserve

As a member of our library you can use Leicestershire Libraries BorrowBox ebooks scheme. It is FREE and you can borrow ( download) up to 10 books at a time for up to 3 weeks all you need to do is download the BorrowBox App and use your library card and pin number. Through BorrowBox you can also download Audio e-Books, e-magazines and e-Newspapers so why not give it a go.

Public Computers – Booking is essential if you require a specific time and date otherwise attend the library during opening hours to use if not already booked out. 

Facilities

The books in our library are organised into sections on fiction and non-fiction. We have separate sections for crime fiction and adventures; classics; teenage and children’s books. We also have a selection of large print and audio books.

We have a selection of greetings cards available to buy.

We usually have two computers available for library members to use. Access to the internet is FREE  however you will need your library card and PIN to access the computers. You can pre-book sessions on the PCs online on the Leicestershire libraries website or by contacting the library.  If the computers are free and are not booked you can just walk in and use them. Printing to the photocopier/printer is available from the PCs at a small cost.

Our library offers FREE WiFi. Just log in to LCC FREE WiFi.

Photocopier /Printing : We have a ‘pay per print’ printer/photocopier which can copy, scan or print in black and white or colour. Photocopying in the library can be done even if you are not a library member from 25p per copy. Printing from the PC’s in the library or from your own device is 25p per black and white page, 50p per colour. The printing system Papercut also allows you to print from home from your own device as well as in the library. Help is available with this service from the librarians or you can down load the Papercut App to print directly from your computer, phone or tablet.

Sign into the libraries printing service using your library card to set up a Papercut account

https://publicprint.leics.gov.uk/user

Local History: We have a small local history section. Please ask the librarians if you are looking for specific information.

Family History: All Leicestershire libraries offer free access to family history websites. You will need a library card and PIN number to book a session on the computers. Any upcoming Family History Events will be advertised in the ‘NEWS/EVENTS’ section.

Local Information:

We have information about local events and many leaflets about the local area, including bus timetables and  local walks. We also have  plenty of information about local clubs, societies and activites.

Hiring the Library

Our library is available to hire for local groups at £8 per hour. It is a small venue so is suitable for groups of approximately 15 seated comfortably. We have extra seating and tables if necessary. External toilet and refreshment facilities are available. Please use the contact details if you want more information on prices and a booking form.