The English Library
Villefranche-de-Rouergue
"The Home of Good Reads"
The English Library in Villefranche-de-Rouergue is ideal for expats, tourists, and English language learners looking for accessible reading material in the Ouest Aveyron.
Come and join our community of English readers where you can borrow a wide selection of books.
About The English Library
The English Library in Villefranche-de-Rouergue is a lending library which has an extensive collection of books available to borrow; we stock a range of genres, a children's section, and a small selection of DVDs.
Our latest news
Christmas Closure
The Library will be open up to and including 22nd December 2026, we will then be closed until 5th January 2027.
October Quiz Night
Our first quiz of the year - all members are welcome.
30th October
Usual place: Les Fleurines
Usual time: 18:00
Participation fees have, unfortunately, had to rise this year: €2 per person
See you there
Halloween costumes would be appreciated.
Last year's 'best costume':
You didn't expect it all at once did you?
Mince Pie morning
We will be hosting a Christmas celebration in the library on Tuesday 15th December 2026.
Mince Pies and Coffee available
Come and enjoy a pie and pay next year's subs.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Our Team
The library is managed by the committee and run by a group of dedicated volunteers
The committee
- President
- Sue
- Secretary
- Helen
- Treasurer
- David
- Members
- Mike, Terri, Alan, Lesley, Adrian, Kay
Joining the Library
Membership runs from January to December.
Fees: (whole or part year)
- Individual
- €10
- Family
- €20
As a member of the library you will have access to a wide selection of books and a range of DVDs.
To become a member of the library, simply pop in and introduce yourself to one of our helpful volunteers.
Find us
We're in the Social Centre Annex, 20 rue Sergent Bories in Villefranche-de-Rouergue.
Opening times:
We are normally open every Tuesday and Thursday between 10:00 and 12:00, excluding public holidays.
Contact us
You can also contact us at contact@abav12.fr.