Libraries

Join our libraries online or log in to your account to search our collections.

It's free to become a member. You can register online or in person at one of our libraries.

Information about local libraries in Brighton & Hove.

It’s free to join our libraries and start borrowing. Check how much we charge for overdue books, photocopying and other library services.

You can visit some of our libraries outside staffed hours. We call this service Libraries Extra.

Use our online catalogue or visit a library to find, reserve and renew books and other items. You can also renew items by phoning us during staffed opening hours on 01273 290 800.

eBooks and eAudiobooks are electronic versions of books and audiobooks. Members can read and listen to books online through our 2 eBook services called BorrowBox and Libby.

If you can’t find a specific book or audiobook in our libraries, you might be able to borrow it from a library outside Brighton & Hove.

Library members can use the computers for free for up to an hour, printers for a small fee and scanners for free. Anyone can use the photocopiers for a small fee.

Use our calendar to find out what events, activities and exhibitions are happening in our libraries.

Find out about the range of family activities we have in our libraries.

Find out how you can donate money to help libraries provide events and activities.

The Business & IP Centre (BIPC) at Jubilee Library offers insights and access to free resources and events online and in-person, to help you imagine, start or develop your business.

Brighton & Hove Libraries has an important part to play in the way children learn. Find out how we support teachers, school children and young people.

Book a careers session, drop-in to our Job Club or use our books and computers to help you find a job. If you are self-employed or starting a business, you can also get 1-to-1 expert advice and access to a wealth of free information and online resources at our Business & IP Centre.