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  • Libraries – information and adviceLibraries - information and advice

    Libraries - information and advice

    Information about libraries and library services are provided by North Yorkshire County Council.

  • Libraries – how to joinLibraries - how to join

    Libraries - how to join

    Joining the library is a quick and easy process. When you have joined your local library you are entitled to use any library in the County using the same card. It is free to join the library and once you have, you can borrow books, CDs, videos, DVDs and PlayStation games. You may also use the internet.

  • Libraries – catalogues Libraries - catalogues

    Libraries - catalogues

    Access to the library catalogue allowing library members to search the catalogue, check availability and reserve an item.

  • Libraries - loan renewals

    Loans from libraries may be renewed or extended subject to availability. The library will check eligibility for renewal and advise the borrower of the revised return date.

  • Libraries – reserving books and other items Libraries - reserving books and other items

    Libraries - reserving books and other items

    Library members can reserve any item which is not currently available for loan but which exists in the library catalogue, usually upon payment of a small charge. The librarian will inform the member when their ordered item is ready for collection.

  • Libraries – computers and the internet Libraries - computers and the internet

    Libraries - computers and the internet

    Internet access facilities are available to library members usually in bookable slots. There are various charges for using the computers and for other facilities such as printing. You can also pay an annual subscription if you use the computers regularly.

  • Libraries - fines

    Issuing of reminders and processing of fines for borrowed items which are not returned by the due date.

  • Libraries - mobile library service

    Mobile libraries serve communities and locations that are some distance from a local library building. The facilities provided are usually similar to those of a local library but the availability of items, unless ordered in advance, may be restricted.

  • Libraries – information services Libraries - information services

    Libraries - information services

    The information service can search a wide range of library materials in response to user enquiries.

  • Libraries – sale of old books and publications Libraries - sale of old books and publications

    Libraries - sale of old books and publications

    The library service may offer books which are no longer required in the library collection for sale to the public.

  • Libraries – special collectionsLibraries - special collections

    Libraries - special collections

    The management of special collections, which may be available on request from library users, but are not generally kept on public display. These special collections comprise material relating to a theme. Each collection has a limited subject scope. This is usually, but not exclusively, of specific interest and importance to the historical study of the area or of notable inhabitants of North Yorkshire.

  • Libraries – children’s services'Libraries - children's services

    Libraries - children's services

    The children's library service offers books and computer learning facilities for children. The library may also provide CDs and cassettes and there will often be organised activities during school holidays.

  • Library special needs

    Libraries may provide a range of services to meet the requirements of those with special needs. These may include talking books, Braille resources, large print, home library service , accessible computers etc.

  • Libraries - toy libraries

    Loan of toys, play equipment and resources appropriate to individual children's needs and also for group use. Generally available to parents and groups working with children in the local area.

  • Library services

    North Yorkshire County Council library and information services maintain 42 libraries in the County. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff will help you to find books, computers, music and films for work or entertainment... and much more. The libraries provide anyone living, employed or studying in the County access to a wide range of services including ebooks and digital audiobook downloads.

  • Books and reading

    North Yorkshire County Council library and information services maintain 42 libraries in the County. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff will help you to find books, computers, music and films for work or entertainment... and much more. The libraries provide anyone living, employed or studying in the County access to a wide range of services including ebooks and digital audiobook downloads.

  • Libraries - European Public Information Centre

    European Public Information Centres provides the general public with ready access to European Union information. Usually based within libraries they contain information on, and guides to, Europe and the European Union.

  • Libraries - local collections

    Libraries have collections of local materials which are available for reference only with smaller collections available for loan.

  • Libraries - online information resources

    North Yorkshire County Council libraries subscribe to a number of online resources. All of these are available in any library. Some are available from home via the counties website.

  • Library charges

    North Yorkshire County Council provides libraries which are free to join and members can borrow items. Books are usually loaned free of charge. Other services, such as loans of videos, DVDs and CDs, will usually incur a small charge.

  • Libraries - teenagers

    Library services offer special collections of material targeted at and suitable for a teenage audience. These will usually include both fiction and non-fiction books, graphic novels, magazines, DVDs, audio books and also pamphlets and leaflets offering advice on a variety of matters including health and social issues. The service may also offer assistance with school work research and designated areas of buildings with suitable equipment such as computer access plus a variety of events specifically aimed at teenagers.

  • Library shop

    Book sales of discarded library stock are often held in North Yorkshire libraries. Other items, such as postcards, family history booklets and prints from the Unnetie Digital Photographic Archive may also be available.

  • Libraries - news and events

    All the latest news and events for libraries in North Yorkshire.