Libraries NI Latest Service Updates
DIGITAL LIBRARY SERVICE CHANGES
Libraries NI’s digital library service will no longer be available through the Borrow Box app after 31 January 2026 at 11:59pm.
From 1 February 2026, Libraries NI’s digital library will be available through the Libby app only, bringing eBooks, eAudiobooks, eNewspapers and eMagazines together in one place.
What this means for you:
• If you use Libby, nothing changes — you can continue reading and listening as normal
• If you use BorrowBox, current loans or reservations may end when the app closes
If you have items borrowed through BorrowBox, you may wish to finish them before 31 January.
Getting started
Watch our short online video, which shows how to download Libby and start reading or listening. If you’d rather speak to someone in person, staff in your local library can help when you visit.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the following notices.
UPDATES RELATING TO LIBRARIES INCLUDING TEMPORARY AND EXCEPTIONAL CLOSURE DATES:
Temporary Closure of Randalstown Library for Building Maintenance Works
Due to building maintenance works, Randalstown Library will be closed on Tuesday 17 February for a period of approximately three weeks.
During this temporary closure, customers can visit any public library.
The closest libraries include:
Antrim Library, 10 Railway Street, Antrim, BT41 4AE
t: 028 9446 1942 e: antrim.library@librariesni.org.uk
Greystone Library, Greystone Road, Antrim, BT41 1JW
t: 028 9446 3891 e: greystone.library@librariesni.org.uk
We apologise to customers for any inconvenience caused and please note, book loan periods have been extended to cover the closure, items can be renewed online with your library membership card and PIN number which is available from library staff. eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers can also be borrowed through our online library. Keep an eye on our social media for further updates.
Belfast Central Library Service Update
Belfast Central Library will partially reopen to the public on Wednesday 4 February at 9.30am, following temporary closure due to storm damage.
The library will be operating a reduced service from the ground floor only while repair work continues in other areas of the building. Please contact Belfast Central Library on 028 9050 9150 for information before you travel.
We would like to thank customers for their patience and understanding. Further updates will be shared as services return to normal.
Ballycastle Library is Reopening on Monday 2 February
Ballycastle Library is delighted to welcome the community back through its doors at 10:00am on Monday 2 February, following an extensive refurbishment that has transformed the building into a brighter, more welcoming space for everyone to enjoy. Click here to read the full details
- Warrenpoint Library will be closed on Saturday 21 February due to essential building maintenance. Alternative libraries include Newry City Library.
- Rathfriland Library will be closed from 5:30pm - 6:00pm on Tuesday 10 February. Alternative libraries include Banbridge.
- Bangor Carnegie Library is temporarily closed due to essential building maintenance. Alternative libraries include Newtownards and Holywood.
- Newtownstewart Library car park entrance is currently out of service due to essential maintenance, access is only available via the entrance on Main Street.
- Falls Road Library will be closed from Wednesday 11 February until Friday 13 February inclusive to allow for essential upgrades. Alternative libraries include Shankill Road and Belfast Central.
UPDATES RELATING TO OUT OF HOURS SERVICE:
UPDATES RELATING TO MOBILE LIBRARIES:
- Fermanagh Mobile Library will be unavailable on Tuesday 17 February and Wednesday 18 February inclusive.
- Causeway Mobile Library will be unavailable from Tuesday 10 February until Monday 16 February inclusive.
- Dungannon Mobile Library is temporarily unavailable.
