Join a library
Join and start borrowing from any Liverpool library and our online library, Read Liverpool.
- We no longer offer concession memberships.
- T o reactivate their membership, 'Visitor' and 'IT Only' users must present ID with their name and address at any library.
Join a library now
You can join a library using the online form below.
Once you have submitted the form, we will email you to confirm your provisional membership has been processed. Please visit any library in person to validate your account and collect your library card.
On your first visit, your card will be activated and you'll receive your unique (PIN) so that you can use library computers and access online resources.
Join in person
You can also visit any Liverpool library with proof of your name and address to join in person. You can then start borrowing immediately.
Online borrowing only
If you live, work or study in Liverpool, you can apply for an online-only membership.
A membership number and PIN will be emailed to you so that you can access Read Liverpool to browse and download ebooks, e-magazines and other e-resources.
Join via Read Liverpool - online-only membership
Full membership services
When you join Liverpool libraries, you can:
- Reserve and renew items online
- Use Read Liverpool and download free ebooks, magazines, audiobooks, and access a host of reference resources
- Access computers and the internet. All our libraries have computers with free internet access, Microsoft Office software and free wifi
- Learn in libraries and do online training courses at your local library
- Borrow items from any Liverpool library
Lost your library card?
Contact your library to let them know you've lost your card. Staff will add a note to your account and issue a new card on your next visit - remember to bring a form of ID with you. The first replacement card is free, then 60p for additional replacements.
Home Library Service
The Home Library Service is for people who live in Liverpool but cannot get to a library or ask anyone to collect books on their behalf. Please email mobileservices.library@liverpool.gov.uk for more information.
Reading group tickets
Reading group tickets allow a group to borrow a set of 10 books free of charge for a 6-week period. The books can be collected from any Liverpool library.
You can apply for a reading group ticket by emailing seftonpark.library@liverpool.gov.uk or calling 0151 233 3069 and asking for Sefton Park Library.
Search for and reserve sets of books for reading groups
Book selection policy
Find out more about how we choose our stock in the policy document below.
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Libraries and Information Services Stock Selection Policy
Download this document: Libraries and Information Services Stock Selection Policy (PDF: 266 KB)
This policy outlines the principles and procedures for selecting materials for the collection of Liverpool Libraries and Information Services. The aim of this policy is to ensure the development of a relevant, balanced, and accessible collection that meets the diverse informational, educational, cultural, and recreational needs of the Liverpool community.
First published: 21/05/2025
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