Libraries

Southampton libraries are your gateway to a world of reading, information, knowledge and learning. Anyone is welcome to use the library to study, read books, find information, ask a question, meet friends and generally relax.

Membership is free and you can join at any library or join online.

News and events

• Self-Service - A new chapter for your library
• View before and after photographs of the Central Library
• Top 10 Recommended Reads - Mark Tong
• Free computer taster sessions at Lordshill Library
• New Perspectives - a free 6 week course for people living with Cancer



Lordshill library will be closed for three weeks from Tuesday 2nd - 22nd March 2010 for the installation of self-service machines, refurbishment and staff training. It will re-open on Tuesday 23 March. You may borrow books and use the Internet in any other Southampton library which will be open as usual
You can renew items on loan by telephone: 023 8083 3007 or online: http://library.southampton.gov.uk