Libraries Change Lives Week 2026

Books are our bread and butter. Explore titles in every genre and format you can think of, for all ages too! You can borrow up to 24 items for three weeks at  time, and order specific titles in for just 30p each (or free of charge for some user groups). 

Join online today, then pop in with some ID to receive your library card.

Get searching the web with free computer use in libraries. Book your spot and get started in minutes!

We've also recently improved our ICT access, allowing you to print from home or on the move! Find out more about booking and using tech in libraries.

Access COBRA for free in libraries - a comprehensive online resource providing practical information, guidance and resources for starting, running and managing a business.

Inspire Learning host courses in various subject areas including crafts, wellbeing and mathematics. Expand your horizons and go far with learning in a local space, learning alongside others from your community. Check out the latest course guide for full listings.

We're part of the national Places of Welcome initiative, helping to provide a network of community venues where anyone can go to find a friendly face for a cup of tea and a chat. Sessions are led by helpful volunteers and take place in libraries across the county - find one near you!

Whether you have one minute, one hour, one day, one week or can commit to regular involvement, it’s always worth it to volunteer with us. You can raise awareness, help more people participate, and have more impact on the communities we serve! Find out more on our Community Makers site.

Browse local records from history, find ancestors and more with heritage resources in libraries. 

Curious about learning more? Find out how Nottinghamshire Archives could help you in your research.

Access Theory Test Pro, a realistic online simulation of the UK's driving theory tests for all vehicle categories, with all the official test questions licensed from the DVSA.