Children and young people of all ages are welcome at any library.
You can join on-line or by calling in to any library in person. If you are under 15 you must have the permission of a parent or guardian to join the library. They will need to come with you to the library on your first visit. This is so they can sign your membership card and confirm that they are willing to be your guarantor.
All libraries have specific areas, items & computers for children and run regular monthly events.
The main Children's Library is situated in Bath Library, with an additional activity room for storytimes and events. A Young People's Collection is available.
There are lower charges for many items and services for anyone under 18.
Children under 5 do not pay fines and we do not charge for loss or damage to picture books and board books borrowed on an under 5s card, childminder’s card or by early years settings
IT & Internet access
You can access the internet, use e-mail or type up your homework at any library.
Children under 16 and students can have up to one hour free access per day. Further use after one hour is payable at a concessionary rate. Find out more about the new service and charges.
Computers in the children's areas will only accept children’s, teenagers and Young Adult library cards. Computers are available for adults in separate areas of the library. Find out more about the computer services available.
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Visits for school classes
We can arrange visits at any time of the year on request. Visits can be arranged to the library, or members of staff can come out to see classes in individual schools. So if you'd like to arrange something - just email, give us a call or see a member of the children's team at Bath Library.
Please note - certain times of the year can be very busy, especially over the summer during the National Reading Challenge and in October during National Book Week, so please get your requests in early!
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