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Library loans, fees and charges

It's free to join libraries and borrow books, but read about our charges for some services such as overdue items and photocopying.

Charges for lost card and items

Service Charge
Service
Library card replacement
Charge

adults: £3.50 per card

under 16 years old: £1.20 per card

Service
Lost items belonging to the library
Charge

full replacement price

minimum charge: £7.75

Service
Damaged items
Charge

full replacement cost

Service
Items belonging to other institutions
Charge

full replacement cost (including any penalty or administrative charge levied by the institution)

Published: 24 December 2020

Last updated: 2 April 2024