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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
Library card replacement

adults: £3.50 per card

under 16 years old: £1.20 per card

Lost items belonging to the library

full replacement price

minimum charge: £7.75

Damaged items

full replacement cost

Items belonging to other institutions

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

Published: 24 December 2020

Last updated: 2 April 2024