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Service update:

Following Government guidance for the roadmap out of lockdown, from Monday 12 April, all our libraries have reopened to the public with new opening times. Find out more

New Library Management System Update:

The library catalogue will be unavailable 6 - 21 April as we transfer over to the new Library Management System.  This will mean that some library services will be unavailable for approximately 3 weeks. Full details can be found on our FAQs

Volunteering with libraries

Volunteering feels good! Volunteer at your local library:

  • it's rewarding
  • learn new skills
  • meet people
  • contribute to your community
  • make someone's life better.

Volunteer roles

Training and expenses

We provide the following:

  • Support for volunteers including a welcome pack and appropriate training
  • Expenses for any travel costs

The next step

Contact your local library for more information.