Library membership

Being a member of Newcastle Libraries gives you access to lots of different services for all ages.

Benefits for library members

  • borrow books from 14 libraries in the city 
  • borrow up to 10 books at once for 4 weeks 
  • renew books if no one else has reserved them 
  • no late fees for returning books 
  • reserve books and pick them up at your chosen library 
  • use computers for free 
  • borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines on your own device for 2 weeks 
  • borrow books in different formats 
  • borrow up to 4 toys for 4 weeks 
  • borrow up to 3 board games for 4 weeks, and renew them twice for 4 more weeks 
  • use online resources like Free Theory Test Pro and family history websites

Library services for everyone 

  • join reading groups and book festivals
  • attend children's story time and reading sessions
  • take part in social groups and activities
  • use free WiFi in the libraries
  • get business advice at the Business and Intellectual Property Centre (BIPC)

Check individual library pages to find out which services are available at each library.

Joining the library

Anyone can join the library for free. You can sign up online or at any library. 

Before signing up 

  • if you're aged 14 or over, you need to provide your full name, date of birth, and address
  • you don't need to show ID or proof of address
  • children aged 13 and under can sign up in person with permission from a parent or guardian

After signing up

  • you will get an 8-digit membership number and a 4-digit PIN
  • your library membership lasts for one year
  • your membership is just for you, so don't let anyone else use it
  • you can change your pin and email address on your library account portal on Discover Newcastle Libraries. 
  • if you need to change your address before your account is up for renewal, contact us on 0191 287 7878 and ask for libraries
  • use the find a library tool to check when your local library is open

Renewing your library membership 

You can renew your membership online or in person at a library. You will need to confirm your details so our records are up to date. 

Library membership lasts for one year. We will email you a reminder when your membership is about to expire. 

You can renew your membership up to a day before it is due to expire.