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Oxfordshire Library Services available during lockdown 2 (Nov 2020)
In accordance with the UK Government lockdown restrictions, some of our libraries will offer the following services from Wednesday 11 November:
- Click & Collect – see below for more information
- Pre-booked access to public computers
- Collection of reservations and reading group orders
- Return of books and other library loans
The above services will be available at the following libraries:
- Oxfordshire County Library
- Abingdon
- Banbury
- Bicester
- Botley
- Cowley
- Didcot
- Headington
- Henley
- Kidlington
- Summertown
- Thame
- Wantage
- Witney
To comply with lockdown restrictions, libraries will not be open for browsing.
Click & Collect
This is an exciting, and free service for customers of all ages who are interested in a new way to explore books and reading during lockdown. Although we are currently unable to open our doors for library browsing, the Government have specified that libraries may offer a click and collect service during this period.
How does it work?
Complete a short form on our website, telling us what sort of books you like to read. Our experienced and knowledgeable library staff will handpick up to six books that fit your interests and preferences.
Find out more at:
Customers without internet access can order Click & Collect by calling 01865 897811
Please note Click & Collect is only available at the libraries listed above.
Public Computer Access
These sessions (30 minutes maximum) must be booked via our website or by telephoning 01865 897811. Printing will be available.
Please note access to public computers is only available at the libraries listed above.
Collection of reservations and reading group orders
Reservations and reading group orders will be available to collect from the libraries listed above during the library hours.hours.
Return of books and other library loans
Current library loans can be returned via letterboxes (where available), and to the libraries listed above during the library hours.
Just as a reminder, all existing loans have been extended to January 2021. This means that you do NOT need to return or renew your loans before then. Please be reassured we will give plenty of notice before reintroducing fines, and no fines will be applied as a result of lockdown or individual circumstances if you are unable to return loans.