How much does it cost to join the
library?
It is free to become a member of our libraries, to borrow books
and use the computers. We do charge (pdf, Jan 11, 61KB) for
some services and for items brought back late.
Can I use my library card at other
libraries?
Yes you can use your card to borrow books and use computers in
any library in LibrariesWest
When is my library open?
Opening times and other details are on the page about the
library, we close for public
holidays.
What is LibrariesWest?
Our libraries are in the LibrariesWest
partnership which gives you many benefits. LibrariesWest is a
partnership between Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol, North
Somerset, Somerset and South Gloucestershire public library
services.
Where can I return my books and other
items?
You can return your books and other items to any
library in the LibrariesWest
area.
Can I book a computer?
You can book a computer in advance of your visit or you can drop
in and wait for a computer to become available. You can book by
asking a member of staff or by clicking on the book a computer icon
before you log off your previous session.
Where is my nearest library?
If you know your postcode you can find your nearest library or
mobile library stop in North Somerset using our
interactive
map.
What's on at the library?
Regular events are listed with other details about the library
in the Your library section. Others will be our general list of
Leisure events.
Have you got meeting rooms?
Yatton and Portishead have a meeting room you can hire. Other
libraries may be available out of hours.
Do you have local and family history
information?
Each library local history books and free access to
Ancestry and
British Library 19th Century Newspapers. Our largest collection
is at Weston in the
North Somerset Studies library which also has advice
sessions from the Family History Society.
Are mobile phones allowed?
We ask you to use your mobile phone sensitively in our libraries
and consider other users. In our quiet zones please keep your
phones on silent and if you need to take a call please go to
another area.
