Greenwich

Joining a library

Get a library card and start borrowing

Anyone who lives, works or studies in a London borough is welcome to join the Royal Borough of Greenwich's libraries. You can join at any library in the Royal Borough. Once you have joined, you will get a library card which can be used in all libraries.

You must fill in a membership application form and show an official document showing your full name and current address. If you are 15 years old or under, a parent, guardian or teacher must act as guarantor, bringing proof of identity.

What you can borrow

Adults and children can borrow:

  • eight books or talking books
  • five CDs
  • five DVDs.

Borrowing time

Library items borrowing times
Library item Borrowing time
Books Three weeks
Videos and DVDs One week
Music items One week