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Libraries (General Enquiries)

Service Overview 

Vivacity Peterborough Libraries aim to offer a comprehensive information service from 10 static libraries and 1 mobile library.  A range of services are on offer including Adult and Children’s fiction and non-fiction books.  Audio-visual services are provided offering customers DVDs, music CDs and talking books including e-books.  Many titles are also available in large print format.  In addition we offer an extensive enquiry service with both print and online information sources.   All of our libraries offer free access to the Internet and the online Library Catalogue.  There are under fives storytimes at every library.  Free computer courses for beginners are available at larger libraries. The library service supports reading groups for adults and children.  Other events and activities include author visits and family learning sessions.

For more information, including library locations and opening times, please see the Vivacity website

Service Address  Libraries (General Enquiries)
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Central Library,
Broadway,
Peterborough,
PE1 1RX
Opening Times  Monday - 9.00-19.00
Tuesday - 9.00-17.30
Wednesday - 9.00-17.30
Thursday - 9.00-19.00
Friday - 9.00-17.30
Saturday - 9.00-16.00
Sunday - Closed All Day
Other Access Information  Out of hours answerphone number 01733 864280. Hearing Loop available in John Clare Theatre. See application forms for list of public mobile routes
Contact Name  Reception
Contact Phone  01733 864280
Eligibility  Membership available for any resident within Peterborough or any adjoining council, regardless of age. Membership is also available to those in Peterborough on a temporary basis or to those who work in Peterborough. Proof of address is required as is proof of signature
Related Services  Peterborough Direct
Last Updated  05/07/2012 13:57:00

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