Libraries NI Latest Service Updates
Local Libraries Return to Winter Opening Hours
Winter opening hours will be in operation across the network of libraries from Monday 2 September, with late nights available once again for customers.
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 AND EXCEPTIONAL CLOSURE DATES:
- Kilrea Library will close from 4:00pm - 4:30pm on Tuesday 24 September. Alternative libraries include Garvagh.
- Dungiven Library will close at the earlier time of 6:00pm on Wednesday 18 September. Alternative libraries include Coleraine.
- Cregagh Library is closed until further notice due to an issue with the electrical supply to the building. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Alternative libraries include Newtownbreda and Ormeau Road Library
- 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 Autumn 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.
UPDATES RELATING TO OUT OF HOURS SERVICE:
UPDATES RELATING TO MOBILE LIBRARIES:
- Belfast Mobile is currently unavailable and this will remain the case for foreseeable future. Please see our list of libraries in order to find your nearest library.
- Dungannon Mobile Library is currently unavailable. Nearest libraries include Dungannon Library and Omagh Library.
UPDATES RELATING TO HOMECALL SERVICE:
- The Causeway Coast Homecall Service is currently unavailable.
