We’re open in a temporary home. Following the fire at the library, you’ll find us in St Mary’s Church, Church Road, Ivinghoe LU7 9EW. Read the full details

Beacon Villages Community Library

Run by the community, for the community. Membership is free, and your card works in every Buckinghamshire library.

Opening hours

Temporary home: St Mary’s Church

Tuesday2pm – 4pm
Friday2pm – 4pm
Saturday10am – 1pm
Closed on other days.

St Mary’s Church, Church Road, Ivinghoe LU7 9EW
Phone 01296 387890

Using the library

Join the library

Membership is free. Bring proof of your name, address and signature.

Borrow, reserve and renew

Borrow up to 20 items, and renew online, by phone or in person.

Digital library

E-books, audiobooks and online resources with your card and PIN.

Questions and answers

Help with the online catalogue, PINs and reservations.

Fees and fines

How to avoid overdue charges, and where to check current charges.

Volunteer with us

Help at the counter, with transport, events or fundraising.

About the library

Who runs the library, and the latest committee and AGM papers.

Funding and partners

How the library is funded, and how you can help.

Community information

Links to local councils and parish websites.

Latest news

All news and notices

The library runs on volunteers

Most volunteers give an hour or two each fortnight, helping with the issue and return of books, stocking shelves and answering members’ questions. There are fundraising, transport and committee roles too.