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Joining and using our libraries
Anyone can join the library. All you need is current proof of identity - and it's free!
Details
What can I borrow?
How long for?
- 3 weeks: Books, CDs, audio books and special interest DVDs
- 3 open days: Feature film videos & DVDs
- 1 week: CD-ROMs & PlayStation/XBox games, Feature Set DVDs
- 12 weeks: In-depth open learning and language courses
- Renewing your items is easy. Use our online library catalogue to renew your items before they become overdue or contact your local library.
Costs
- Loan of books is free!
- Requesting an item in stock is free!
- Registered blind or partially-sighted people can borrow CDs and audio books free of charge.
- Daily fines are levied for any items returned late.
- Additional charges are made for the renewal or late return of items that have a hire fee.
- See our current fees and charges table for more information or ask for a copy from your local library.
What else is there for me?
Even if you don't join the library there are plenty of things your library can do for you.
- Free internet access in all the libraries, even on the Mobile Library vehicle.
- Free Wi-Fi access in Bromley Central Library
- What's happening in your library? Lots of regular events for all ages - adults, children and teenagers - including coffee mornings, author book signings, reading groups, storytimes and exhibitions
- An extensive Reference and Information Service in Bromley Central Library with smaller collections in all the branches
- The Local Studies and Archives Service is based in Bromley Central Library but all branch libraries have a collection of local history material relating to their area.
Next Steps
Contacts
Contact your local library in person, in writing, by telephone or by e-mail or
Bromley Central Library, High Street, Bromley BR1 1EX
Telephone: 020 8460 9955
Renewals: 020 8460 8567
Fax: 020 8466 7860
E-mail: central.library@bromley.gov.uk