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Libraries

service description

Public library and information services

contact

email: libraries@brighton-hove.gov.uk
telephone: (01273) 290800/296965
Brighton & Hove City Libraries
Jubilee Library
Jubilee Street
Brighton
BN1 1GE

equal access

access provided  toilets provided  hearing loop provided 

opening times

Monday 10am-7pm Tuesday 10am-7pm Wednesday 10am-5pm Thursday 10am-8pm Friday 10am-5pm Saturday 10am-5pm Sunday 11am-4pm

additional information

Automated renewals (24 hour): 0303 123 0035

  • there are 16 libraries in Brighton & Hove including a mobile library and equal access centre. 
  • around 600,000 items are kept in stock - books for loan, reference books, videos and DVDs, music CDs and cassettes, audio books and toys. 
  • there are nearly 100 computers for public use offering free internet access and word processing. 
  • everyone is welcome to join, just call in at any library, taking recent identification as proof of your address (for example an electricity or gas bill). Children aged 15 or under will need a parent or guardian's signature 
  • once you're a library member you can use any of the city's libraries and borrow a total of 40 items including books, and up to eight CDs, videos or DVDs.

frequently asked questions

What do I need to join the library?
All you need is proof of your address (a recent household bill, driving licence). Children aged 15 or under will need a parent or guardian's signature.
What are the opening hours of the libraries?
Each library has slightly different hours. Either phone in advance to check or visit the web site at www.citylibraries.info
Do libraries have Internet access?
Yes, all libraries have free internet access. It can be used for up to one hour per day.
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