Libraries


Important update: some services are limited

A cybersecurity incident is affecting council systems. This means some Libraries and Archives services are currently restricted.

What you can do:
• Renew loans online by logging into your account
• Borrow and return items using self-service kiosks
• Access online resources
• Use public PCs
• Connect to guest Wi-Fi

What you cannot do:
• Join the library or renew an expired membership card
• Borrow, renew, or return items at the staff desk
• Make card payments at kiosks (PDQ readers are currently unavailable)
• Renew items by phone
• Make reservations for collection

Printing
Most libraries are only accepting cash payments for printing. Some libraries do not offer printing at all. Please check with your local library before you visit.

Fines
When full system access is restored, any fines on items returned but not processed via self-service will be waived.

Featured services

Visit the library

How to borrow from your local library or join us for a wide range of events taking place in our libraries.

Your local library

Details of our individual libraries including opening hours and facilities at each site.

Special collections and services

Discover the wide range of collections we hold and information services we provide for all different communities.

Get online

We offer PC, printing and wifi access. Find out how we can also help you get online and explore the Internet

Our library services

Providing library services for everyone in the borough in our mission to 'Read, Learn, Connect'.

Room hire

How to hire space in our libraries.

Support us

Support your local library by donating, volunteering, following us on social media or signing up for our newsletter.

Children

Find activities, events and resources for children.