Library charges

Overdue items

We charge for the late return of items. Young people under 18 are exempt from fines unless they borrow certificate 12 or 15 DVDs.   

Charges for late returns

Charges are per item per day.  The maximum fine for all items is £15.

ResidentsSenior CitizensNon residents
Books, spoken word, CD-ROMS10p5p10p
Videos (new titles)40p40p50p
Videos (old titles)20p20p20p
Music CDs20p20p30p

Reservation charges

  • Adults 70p.
  • Concessions 30p (concessions are for people on benefits or over 60).
  • Child, teenage and disabled reservations are free.

How to pay

You can pay library charges in person when you visit any library. Library staff will inform you of the amount you need to pay.

Printing charges

Computers are free to use but you will be charged the following fees for printing:

  •  Black and white A4 - 10p per sheet, 5p for children and teens.
  • Colour A4 - 40p per sheet, 10p for children and teens

Other service charges

We provide a range of services from laminating and binding, to room hire for meetings and conferences.  Ask at your local library for more details and fees for these services.