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Become a member, it's free to join!

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 call on 01733 864280.

Once you’re a member you can pick up and drop off your books at any of our 10 libraries, including the mobile library.

Join now or have browse!

Conditions of Membership

Learn more about your library membership, including borrowing limits, renewals, reservations, lost cards and your responsibilities as a member.

Conditions of Membership

Open+ Service

Our Open+ (unstaffed) service operates at the following libraries:

Dogsthorpe | Eye | Hampton | Orton

Stanground | Thorney | Woodston

Please see the Local Libraries page for opening times.

Find our more about Open +

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.

Mobile Library Timetable

Child library membership

Whether your little one is discovering their very first picture book or your teen can't put down the latest bestseller, there's something for every young reader at Peterborough Libraries.

The best part? There's no minimum age to join! Babies, toddlers, children and teens are all welcome to become library members and start their reading adventure.

Why join?

Membership is FREE
Books for every age, from colourful board books and picture books to exciting chapter books, novels and teen fiction
Reading achievement awards, including certificates and a Gold Library Card
Take part in our annual Summer Reading Challenge, packed with themed-stories, rewards and fun activities
No overdue fines for children, so you can enjoy reading without the worry
Borrow, discover and explore with thousands of books waiting to be enjoyed

Celebrating your reading achievements

Every book you borrow is another step on your reading journey. Earn a reading achievement certificate when you've borrowed and read:

250 books
500 books
750 books

Children who have borrowed and read 1,000 books or more will receive:

A reading achievement certificate
An exclusive Gold Library Card

Ask a member of staff to check your reading history or email reading@peterboroughlimited.co.uk to find out.