How to join the library

Customer using a computer in the library
Customer using a computer in the library

Anyone can join the library and it’s free!

Join online   

Join by phone 

  • Ring 0113 39 52327 with your details
  • We’ll post your library card to your address as soon as your application is processed.
  • To validate your card, call into any of our 53 libraries with proof of who you are e.g bring a credit, bank, Metro or student cards or a passport

Join in person

  • You can join at any of our 53 Libraries
  • Ask a member of staff for a joining form or print the form (available on the right hand side of this page as a pdf)
  • A member of staff can help you to fill in the form.
  • Please bring something which proves where you live.
  • Proof can include
    • a driving licence
    • utilities bill – electricity, gas, water 
    • bank or building society statement (with address still attached)
    • rent book
    • benefits book
    • disabled parking badge
    • TV licence
    • official letter showing address (such as from university, college, Home Office, Social Services or employer).
  • Your library membership card entitles you to:
    • Borrow up to 20 books FREE from the any of our libraries. 
    • Book a computer with free internet access
    • Access online resources from the library and home 
    • Hire DVDs and music CDs
    • Get a PIN number and reserve and renew books online

Full list of charges

NB: Your information will be held in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998


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