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Our Library service is more than just a place to borrow books - although you'll find thousands of books to choose from. We also offer access to online books, publications and music, as well as historical archives, local studies collections and business services.

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Archives Service

Peterborough Archives Service provides access to a wide range of resources that can be used to research the rich heritage and culture of the city and its surrounding areas.

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Digital Library

Accessing BorrowBox enables Peterborough Library members to download and borrow from our extensive collection of eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers and eMagazines.

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Welcome

Whether you are visiting one of our libraries or going online, we’ve got you covered for books, resources and a whole lot more.

Discover our regular children's events like Storytime and Rhymetime, or get involved in regular and ad hoc workshops and activities.

Reading and learning isn't just about physical books. You can also enjoy our extensive online collection of eBooks, eAudio books, eNewspapers and eMagazines with BorrowBox, and use our helpful links to research and explore other online services.

Become a member

Would you like to get your hands on the latest new releases? Our library service is FREE to join. If you’re not a member already, you can join online, at your nearest library or by calling 01733 864280. Once you’re a member you can pick up and drop off your books at any of our ten library sites or our mobile library.

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Managing your library items

Reserve items by calling 01733 864280 or using our online catalogue (a small charge may apply—contact your local library for details). You can also renew your items online via your account, or by contacting or visiting any Peterborough library.

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Mobile library service

Do you find it difficult to get to your nearest library? Our mobile library carries a choice of books for adults and children, including popular fiction and non-fiction, as well as large-print titles. Audio visual material is also available.

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What’s on

Free computer sessions

Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - Click to see dates

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Rhymetime & Storytime

Every Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday - Click to see dates

Family Activities

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Book Clubs

2 Feb 2026 - 2 Feb 2027

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Children's Craft Club

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Peterborough CoderDojo

7 Feb 2026 - 25 Jul 2026

Education & learning

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Fantastic Fairytales - May Half Term

26 May 2026 - 29 May 2026

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Story Starters - May Half Term

28 May 2026 - 10:30 - 14:00

Family Activities

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BorrowBox

Your digital library is just a click away. Borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers and eMagazines wherever you are, whenever you like. Available 24/7 and completely free for Peterborough Library members, with fresh titles added every month.

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Search the Catalogue

We've got thousands of books for you to choose from.

Click on the link below to search for the books of your choice.

Online catalogue

Explore our Archives

Peterborough Archives Service (incorporating Local Studies) provides access to a wide range of resources that can be used to research the heritage and culture of Peterborough and the surrounding regions. Most of the records in our collections may be freely consulted in our dedicated search room, located within Central Library.