Libraries & Archives

Find out more about your local library service and all the other great things that come with it. As well as our extensive reference and lending facilities, there’s a whole lot more to discover and enjoy.

Learn about archives and research, using our IT resources, events, courses, book clubs, resources for children, teenagers and jobseekers – and lots of other ways your local library plays a vital supporting role in your community.

Find your local library

You’ll be amazed at what you can find in your local library. There’s so much more than just books. Find your nearest one right here.

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Library opening times

Find out all about your local library including when we’re open….

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Renew your books online

It’s simple. It’s smart. It makes sense. And it can save you money.

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Join a reading group

Reading’s great fun. And talking with others about the books you’ve read can be even more so.

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Explore your family tree

Want to find out who on earth you think you are? We can help.

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Browse our catalogues

Browse, order and renew items from our online library catalogues.

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Latest News

Author Jeremy Strong visits Peterborough Central Library

Posted on 6 February 2012

Best selling children’s writer Jeremy Strong had an audience of over 100 people ... Read More

Peterborough Libraries Christmas Quiz Winners

Posted on 3 February 2012

Congratulations to Carole Lawson, who won first prize in the Peterborough Libraries Ch... Read More

Limited Library Telephone Service - Saturday 4th February

Posted on 31 January 2012

Due to essential maintenance work on Saturday 4th February, there may be a delay in an... Read More

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