Welcome to the Derby City Libraries Homepage
Here you will find information about the services that we provide and any special events that are taking place.
Events for everyone
There's lots happening in Derby libraries and something for everyone. Look at our events page to find out more.
Space Hop – one giant leap into libraries!
Join the summer reading challenge from Saturday 3 July 2010. Runs until Saturday 11 September 2010.
Library newsletter
To find out about new books and DVDs, competitions and what's happening in libraries in Derby, why not subscribe to our newsletter. If you would like it emailed to you every month, please complete this form.
Holds are now free
Can’t find the right books at your local library?
Browse the library catalogue in the library, or at home via the web, and the books that you have chosen will be sent to any Derby City Library for you to collect – for free.
So you’ll never run out of new books to read.
Benefits of free library membership
You can join the library today and get:
- Free books
- Free magazines and newspapers
- Free enquiry service - ask us anything!
- Free Internet
- Free computer services
- Free information services
- Free homework help
- Free children's storytimes and activities
- Free book clubs
- Low cost DVD and CD hire
Join online now or visit your local library.
Volunteering opportunities in Derby City Libraries
Would you like to become a library volunteer? Are you interested in helping with any of these library activities?
Volunteering opportunities
| Home Library Service |
Helping with book clubs |
| Community Library Volunteer |
Helping “behind the scenes” at the Local Studies Library |
| Helping with Internet Tasters and other learning activities |
Helping to promote the library |
| Helping at children’s storytimes and holiday activities |
Helping to look after the library garden |
| Helping at coffee mornings |
Library User Groups |
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For further information please read a
summary of the roles.
(33KB)
If you would like to apply be a volunteer, please
download an application form.
(39KB)
For more information about Libraries, please email libraries@derby.gov.uk or call:
- Enquiries 01332 641702
- Renewals 01332 641700