Libraries
We have 10 public libraries in Peterborough:
- Bretton Library
- Central Library
- Dogsthorpe Library
- Eye Library
- Hampton Library
- Orton Library
- Stanground Library
- Thorney Library
- Werrington Library
- Woodston Library
Services offered (may not be available at all libraries):
- Books and audio books
- Library membership
- eBooks, eNewspapers and eMagazines
- Public computers
- Computer courses for beginners
- Storytime and rhymetime events for children
- Children's craft club
- Class visits for schools
- Access to published academic research
- Researching family history
- Support for reading groups and book clubs
- BFI Replay - a free-to-access digital archive for UK public libraries containing thousands of digitised videos and television programmes
- Confidential meeting hubs
- Room hire
There is also a Mobile Library Service operating throughout Peterborough, visiting different areas on different days of the month.
Visit the Peterborough Libraries website for more information.
Archives
Peterborough Archives has extensive collections dating from the medieval period to present day. This includes original historical documents, maps, drawings, photographs, newspapers and books, as well as film and sound recordings.
Access to the archives is free, although there may be charges for photocopying, scanning and some research requests.
You can also browse an online catalogue, view research guides, and even volunteer!
Visit the Peterborough Archives website for more information.