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Hull Libraries - we’ve got everything, and the books!

Anyone can use our libraries, whatever your age. We have 12 libraries across the city that provide a wide range of materials for loan, computers and internet access and a fantastic range of events and activities. We offer an excellent support service for schools and also have a home library service for those who are unable to get to a library. 

It’s free to join our libraries, as are most of its services and events. Everyone is welcome whether you live, work or study in Hull, or if you are a visitor.

Whether you live, work or study in Hull, or are a visitor, anyone can join our libraries. There are no age restrictions, children can even join from birth!

Did you know you can borrow lots of different things from Libraries? We have a wide range of multimedia items and equipment for loan.

Our local libraries are located around the city in easy to reach places. They offer much more than borrowing and reference services. 

The library catalogue allows you to search all the books, E-books, sheet music, DVDs and CDs held in Hull libraries.

Makerspace

Hosted in Hull Central Library, our space has state of the art manual, digital and electronic equipment. We have skilled staff providing support and workshops, as well as space to -

  • create and invent
  • explore and learn
  • think and exhibit

Access Makerspace

There are lots of things for children to do in our libraries including many activities and events. 

We provide excellent reference services and support learning through courses and events. 

You can access support around starting and running a business and intellectual property (IP) via our network of libraries.

We hold lots of events and activities in our libraries and most of them are free. There's something for every one.

'Space to Inspire' - Hull Central Library

Earlier this year we were lucky enough to be awarded DCMS funding for our ‘Space to Inspire’ project. The funding has been granted as part of a nationwide Libraries Improvement Fund (LIF) delivered by Arts Council England for the government’s Arts Everywhere Fund.

The investment will allow us to upgrade Hull Central Library and will help ensure our facilities are fit for the future and continue to serve as a supportive, creative heart for the city. We’d love to hear your views about how our library spaces can be improved to better inspire creativity, learning, wellbeing and connection. We are holding a series of public consultations to aid that understanding.

Please join us at Hull Central Library on the following dates:

  • Tuesday 13 October - 10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Wednesday 21 October - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
  • Saturday 31 October - 10:00am - 12:00pm

Or please complete the online survey.