What to do if you lose your library card

If you lose your library card, go to one of our libraries or phone 01273 290 800 to let us know. You'll need to pay a small fee to replace it.

Find rare books and special collections

We have rare books and special collections in Jubilee and Hove libraries that you can arrange to view.

Volunteer in our libraries

Find out what volunteer roles we have in our libraries, and how to apply.

How to borrow items from other libraries

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.

How our libraries support people with sensory needs and disabilities

We have a home delivery service, so you can get library items delivered to your home. We also have audiobooks and books in large print, and all our libraries are wheelchair accessible.

Fees for library services

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

Extra opening hours in our libraries

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

Borrow electronic books and audiobooks 

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.

Use the computers and internet in our libraries

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.

Borrow, renew and reserve library items

Use our online catalogue or visit a library to find, reserve and renew books and other items. You can also renew items by phone on 0303 123 0035.