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Join Online

It's quick and easy to join the library by applying online. We’ll let you know when your card's ready to collect from your nearest library.

Join in branch

You can also join in person at any branch.  You’ll need to bring proof of your name and address with you:   

  • if you live, work or study in Barnsley, a utility bill, driving licence or bank statement
  • if you don’t live in Barnsley we’ll need to see two separate forms of ID showing your name and address
  • if you've just arrived in Great Britain, please bring your Home Office card

When we’ve seen your documents we can issue your membership card for you to use straight away. If you haven’t brought ID with you we’ll give you a temporary card that allows you to borrow up to two books.  

Children and young people

If you’re under the age of 16 you’ll need a guarantor to sign for you; this can be a parent or guardian. For young people aged 14 and 15 the guarantor can be another adult who's prepared to accept responsibility for any losses.

Visitor membership

You can become a temporary member of Barnsley Libraries if you’re already a member of another library elsewhere. Please bring your library card with you. You can use your temporary registration to borrow up to two items at a time.

How to apply

Please complete the form on the next page if you would like to become a member of Barnsley Libraries. There are numerous benefits of becoming a member of Barnsley Libraries – access to thousands of physical and digital books, access to computers, events, activities and much MORE. Explore your library offer by visiting https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/libraries

Joining is quick and easy. Once completed, you will be given a temporary number that will allow you immediate access to our digital collection. Within 7 days a member of staff will be in contact with you to advise on the next steps to becoming a full member and receiving your library card.

Library terms and conditions

I wish to apply to be a member of Barnsley Libraries. I agree to abide by the regulations regarding the use of services, loan of items and current legislation governing library membership.

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