Join and borrow library items

Join, library cards and PIN

How to join the library, get your PIN and replace lost or damaged library cards.
Renew a book

Renew library items online, using our app, by phone or in person.
Find and reserve a book

Search the online catalogue and reserve books, DVDs, CDs and other items, including how to return your items.
Library charges

Find out what we charge for borrowing, returning and losing lost books. The cost of photocopying and printing at a library.
Mobile libraries

Find out when and where mobile libraries stop.
Library services for disabled, older people and carers

Find out what resources are available at our libraries.
Music and drama sets

How to borrow music and drama sets for your club or society.
Bookstart

Bookstart is a national programme. It aims to get families to share stories, books, and rhymes with children under 5.

Library Extra

Library Extra gives you access to some of our libraries outside of normal opening hours using your library card and PIN to enter the building through the automated system.

Find out more about Library Extra

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