Are Cambridgeshire libraries open yet?

Cambridgeshire Libraries are open in line with Government advice. Please help us keep our customers, volunteers and staff safe, fit and healthy. We encourage you to wear a face covering, if you can. We will keep our buildings well ventilated and continue to manage the number of people in our libraries.

Can you order library books online?

If your library is signed up with Libby, OverDrive, or Hoopla, you can browse, borrow, and read books directly through the app. This option includes audiobooks, magazines, and other digital content. Some apps even let you send ebooks to the Amazon Kindle app, where it’s easier to read.

Can you take library books back to any library UK?

More than 4,000 libraries in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are in the Society of Chief Librarians initiative. Existing membership cards or a proof of address will allow people to use any library in the scheme, although books have to be returned to the same area.

How do I return books to Cambridge library?

Borrowed items can be returned to any library in Cambridgeshire, including mobile libraries except for inter-library loans which need to be returned to the library from which they were picked up. Drop boxes for out-of-hours returns are available at: Bar Hill Library (only during the Post Office opening hours)

When do I have to renew my library card in Cambridgeshire?

Items renewed before 11.50pm on the day of return will not accrue fines. See charges for late renewals. Borrowed items can be returned to any library in Cambridgeshire, including mobile libraries except for inter-library loans which need to be returned to the library from which they were picked up.

What can I do at a library in Cambridgeshire?

Read more about changes to the Cambridgeshire Libraries service and library opening hours. There are still a wide range of library services you can access from home. When you join Cambridgeshire Libraries you can borrow eBooks and eResources, access business resources, and attend online events.

How often can you renew items at Peterborough Library?

Cambridgeshire Libraries members can search and reserve items from Peterborough and Suffolk Libraries. A £2 charge will apply to reservations, to cover the cost of transporting the item to the selected library. Items can be renewed up to 3 times if no one requests them. Borrowing charges apply on some items.

How many items can you borrow from a library in Cambridgeshire?

Your library membership allows you to borrow up to 12 items (full membership) or 2 items (introductory membership) from any one of our libraries. Our online catalogue lists all items held by Cambridgeshire Libraries: