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Select and Collect in Bedford Borough Libraries

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Select and Collect logoSelect and Collect is not available in Bedford Borough.

You can use Arena, the online library catalogue, the Bedfordshire Libraries app available from the Android or Apple app store, or talk to a member of staff in your local library to request individual titles.
Reservation charges were reinstated on the 18th October.


Can I visit the library?

Yes, you can; when you visit we recommend and encourage you to:

  • Please respect others’ space and maintain distance from people you do not live with during your visit.
    There are some areas of the building where you may need to pause and wait for others to pass.
  • Wear a face covering, unless you have a legitimate reason not to - find out more about face coverings here
  • Use the hand sanitiser provided


You must not visit the library if you, or anyone in your household, have had any Covid-19 symptoms in the last 14 days.
Just contact us or call the library and we will happily extend the collection date for your books.

We cannot answer any questions or queries at the collection point, please contact us or call the Kempston Library on 01234 276462 instead.


How do I return my books?

You can return your books to any library using the self-service kiosks or by placing them in a returns box.


Can I pay my charges?

Yes, we are able to take cash payments in the libraries and card payments on some of the self-service kiosks.


Page last updated: 19th October 2021