Bracknell Forest Library and Information Service

28/05/2026

Open+ is currently unavailable at Sandhurst library due to a mechanical failure.

We apologise for this and are resolving the situation as quickly as possible.

28/05/2026

Are hardback books becoming a luxury - or are they still essential? 📚

Here at Bracknell Forest Libraries, we like to think there is something special about the hardback edition!

Put your thoughts in the comments below ⬇️

Readers, publishers, shops and libraries share their thoughts on the hardback's future.

27/05/2026

Sandhurst Library - Open +
Wednesday 27th May 7pm
Due to technical difficulties with the doors we are unable at present to operate open+.
Will will update both our social media and website as soon as this is available again.

27/05/2026

Access thousands of publications from around the world with PressReader.

Download on the go using your tablet or smartphone! 📲

Perfect for lazing about in the sun during the hot spell! ☀️

26/05/2026

All libraries will close at 5pm due to excessive heat today. Open+ will be available until 8pm. Please visit our website to check our Open+ hours here:
https://www.bracknell-forest.gov.uk/libraries/library-directory?f%5B0%5D=localgov_directories_facets%3A14

26/05/2026

Due to excessive heat, Sandhurst and Bracknell libraries will close at 5pm today. Sandhurst will be in Open+ until 8pm.

Birch Hill will close at 3.30pm today and will be in Open+ until 8pm. Apologies for any inconvenience.

25/05/2026

Join us on Saturday 30 May for a free talk with Colin Bird, chair of The Bracknell Forest Society on Bracknell’s brickworks.

Explore the history of brickmaking and the sites where evidence of brickmaking still exists.

📅Saturday 30 May 2026
🕚2pm to 3pm
📍Bracknell Library

24/05/2026

Some of our branches require changes to staffed opening hours week commencing Monday 25 May. The changes are listed below. The Open+ service will be extended to accommodate the changes. If you are interested in registering for Open+ please contact your local library or follow the link in the comments. All branches will be closed on Monday 25 May. Open+ will be available from 8am-8pm.

For more information about all library opening hours please follow the link to our directory in the comments below. We apologise for any inconvenience.

𝐀𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐭 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡
Monday
The library will be closed. Open+ will be available 8am to 8pm.
Thursday
The library will be closed 12pm to 1pm. Open+ will be available during this time.
Friday
The library will be closed. Open+ will be available 8am to 8pm.

𝐁𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝
Monday
The library will be closed. Open+ will be available 8am to 8pm.
Thursday
The library will be closed 1pm to 2pm. Open+ will be available during this time.
Saturday
The library will be closed 12pm to 1pm. Open+ will be available during this time.

𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥
Monday
The library will be closed. Open+ will be available 8am to 8pm.

𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐥
Monday
The library will be closed.

𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞
Monday
The library will be closed.

𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬
Monday
The library will be closed. Open+ will be available 8am to 8pm.
Wednesday
The library will be closed 9.30am – 1.15pm. Open+ will be available during this time.
Friday
The library will be closed 12pm to 2pm. Open+ will be available during this time.
Saturday
The library will be closed 9.30am – 12.30pm. Open+ will be available during this time.

𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫
Monday
The library will be closed. Open+ will be available 8am to 8pm.

𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐭
Monday
The library will be closed. Open+ will be available 8am to 8pm.
Saturday
The library will be closed 12.30pm to 4pm. Open+ will be available during this time.

𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞
Monday
The library will be closed. Open+ will be available 8am to 8pm.
Friday
The library will be closed 1pm to 2pm. Open+ will be available during this time.
Saturday
The library will be closed 1pm to 2pm. Open+ will be available during this time.

23/05/2026

With the World Cup fast approaching, get inspired by an instrumental new book on leadership by former England men's football manager Gareth Southgate. Listen on BorrowBox now!

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22/05/2026

There is currently reduced computer availability at Great Hollands. IT are working hard to fix this. Apologies for any inconvenience.