Libraries NI Latest Service Updates
LIBRARIES NI SUMMER OPENING HOURS
Libraries NI’s Summer Opening Hours across the network of libraries will take effect from Monday 1 July until Saturday 31 August 2024. Many customers use the library differently over the summer period and therefore the opening hours have been adjusted accordingly. The main change is that late night openings beyond 6:00pm from Monday to Friday will not be available. Please keep an eye on our website and social media channels for details.
PURCHASE OF BOOK REQUESTS
Regrettably due to funding constraints, Libraries NI is unable to take requests for new books at present. Should the current situation change, further information will be provided here.
LIBBY SERVICE
All customers will be asked for their membership number and their PIN number. Any customers already logged in to the app will only be asked for a PIN number if logged out.
If you have forgotten your PIN number you can use either the Libraries NI app or the Libraries NI website to reset your PIN. To find out more visit the FAQ section of our website.
NEW MEMBERS
New library members who join online should use their membership number “UNREGXXXXXXX” to access the Libby and BorrowBox apps. However, if you have called into a library and received a library card then please use the membership number on the card to log in, “1000XXXXXX”.
We also apologise for any inconvenience caused by the following notices.
UPDATES RELATING TO LIBRARIES INCLUDING TEMPORARY CLOSURE DATES:
- Portrush Library will close at the earlier time of 5:00pm on Tuesday 30 July. Alternative libraries include Ballymoney.
- Newtownstewart Library will be closed on Friday 26 July. Alternative libraries include Strabane and Omagh.
- Newcastle Library will be closed from 1:00pm - 1:30pm on Saturday 27 July. Alternative libraries include Rathfriland.
- Newtownards Library will close at the earlier time of 3:00pm on Friday 26 July. Alternative libraries are Comber and Holywood.
- Portaferry Library will be closed from Wednesday 7 August until Tuesday 13 August inclusive, reopening on Wednesday 14 August. Alternative libraries Donaghadee and Newtownards.
- Portrush Library will close at the earlier time of 1:00pm on Friday 26 July. Alternative libraries include Coleraine and Ballycastle.
- Garvagh Library will be closed on Friday 26 July. Alternative libraries include Kilrea and Limavady.
- Portstewart Library will be closed on Friday 26 July. Alternative libraries include Coleraine.
- Moira Library will be closed from 12:30pm - 1:30pm on the following dates; Tuesday 30 July and Tuesday 6 August. Alternative libraries include Lurgan.
- Cushendall Library will be closed at the earlier time of 5:30pm on Tuesday 30 July. Alternative libraries include Ballycastle and Carnlough.
- Carnlough Library will be closed from Saturday 10 August until Thursday 15 August inclusive. Alternative libraries include Cushendall.
- Garvagh Library will be closed from Tuesday 27 August until Saturday 31 August inclusive. Alternative libraries include Maghera.
- Kilrea Library will be closed from Tuesday 27 August until Saturday 31 August inclusive. Alternative libraries include Ballymoney.
- Cushendall Library will be closed Tuesday 27 August until Saturday 31 August inclusive. Alternative libraries include Carnlough.
- Cloughfern Library will be closed from Monday 26 August until Saturday 31 August inclusive. Alternative libraries include Glengormley.
- Newtownstewart Library will be closed from Monday 29 July until Saturday 3 August inclusive. Alternative libraries include Omagh.
- Crumlin Library will be closed from Monday 29 July until Saturday 3 August inclusive. Alternative libraries include Antrim.
- Saintfield Library will be closed from 6:00pm - 6:30pm on Tuesdays and closed from 1:30pm - 2:00pm on Fridays. Alternative libraries include Downpatrick.
- Fivemiletown Library is currently closed and during the closure customers can make full use of nearby Enniskillen, Lisnaskea and Fintona libraries including books, computers, Wi-Fi and children's activities. Also, there is a Mobile Library service in place on every Monday afternoon from 1:00pm – 4:00pm. The mobile will be parked in the Edfield Way Car Park and Charging Station, Fivemiletown, BT75 0PB.
Temporary Closure of Killyleagh Library for Refurbishment Work
Due to refurbishment work, Killyleagh Library will be closed from Monday 4 December until Spring 2024.
During this temporary closure, customers can visit any public library. The closest libraries include:
Downpatrick Library, 79 Market St, Downpatrick,
t: 028 4461 2895
e: downpatrick.library@librariesni.org.uk
Saintfield Library, Ballynahinch Road, Saintfield
t: 028 9751 0550
e: saintfield.library@librariesni.org.uk
The planned refurbishment work includes installing a new thermal efficient roof, new triple glazed windows and doors, along with new LED lighting for energy efficiency. The interior of the library will also be enhanced with a new ceiling, new floor covering, and re-decoration of internal walls.
During the library closure, items can be renewed online with your library membership card and PIN number which is available from library staff. eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines can also be borrowed through our online library.
Bessbrook Library Temporary Planned Closure
Bessbrook Library will be closed temporarily from Wednesday 29 November and re-opening in Spring; this is to facilitate essential building work.
During this temporary closure, customers can visit any public library. The closest libraries include:
Newry City Library, 79 Hill Street, Newry
t: 028 3026 4683
e: newrycity.library@librariesni.org.uk
Crossmaglen Library, 44 The Square, Crossmaglen
t: 028 3086 1951
e: Crossmaglen.library@librariesni.org.uk
The planned works include installing improved insulation in the roof along with new LED lighting for energy efficiency. The interior of the library will also be enhanced with a new ceiling, new floor covering, and re-decoration of internal walls.
During the library closure, items can be renewed online with your library membership card and PIN number which is available from library staff. eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines can also be borrowed through our online library.
Ballymoney Library Reopening
Ballymoney Library is delighted to announce it will reopen its doors on Wednesday 24 July at 10:00am, following a significant refurbishment that has enhanced its facilities and made it a more comfortable and inviting space for everyone.
UPDATES RELATING TO OUT OF HOURS SERVICE:
- Maghera Library Out of hours service will be operational from Wednesday 24 July.
- Dungiven Library Out of hours service will be unavailable until further notice due to a technical fault.
UPDATES RELATING TO MOBILE LIBRARIES:
- Fermanagh Mobile Library will be unavailable on the following dates; Wednesday 7 August, Thursday 8 August, Friday 9 August, Monday 12 August, Tuesday 27 August, Wednesday 28 August, Monday 2 September, Tuesday 3 September and Wednesday 4 September.
- Ballymena Mobile Library regular service will be unavailable from Monday 8 July until Monday 2 September Inclusive. There will be a reduced mobile service available on certain dates View the details here.
- Armagh and Craigavon Mobile Library will be unavailable from Monday 5 August until Friday 23 August inclusive.
- Dungannon Mobile Library will be unavailable from Monday 12 August until Saturday 31 August. Service will resume on Monday 2 September.
- Carrickfergus Mobile Library stops will be temporarily modified on 29 August. View the details here. It will also be unavailable from Monday 22 July until Friday 16 August inclusive.
- Tyrone Mobile Library will be unavailable from Monday 5 August until Friday 16 August inclusive. Service will resume on Monday 18 August.
UPDATES RELATING TO HOMECALL SERVICE:
- The Causeway Coast Homecall Service will be unavailable from Monday 15 April.
