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Join the library

Become a member of Southwark’s libraries, what you get access to, what to do if you lose your card.

Library rules

If you become a member of Southwark libraries, you: 

  • can borrow up to 15 items of any type
  • can renew items in person, over the phone or online
  • must return or renew items by the date shown on the date label or receipt
  • must pay a fine if you return or renew late 
  • will not be able to borrow items until you have paid what you owe in full if you have charges of £10 or more on your account 
  • can return items to any Southwark library
  • must be a library member to use the free Wi-Fi or access the computers