Libraries continue in lockdown

East Riding Libraries are pleased to confirm that they will offer an 'Order and Collect' service throughout the next lockdown.

Reading is proven to reduce stress and offer many positive mental health benefits; this is especially welcome during these difficult times. 

From Thursday 05 November, East Riding Libraries will revert back to an 'Order and Collect' service, which was successfully and safely introduced after the first lockdown. 

In a nutshell

• You cannot come into libraries or mobiles to browse books, however you can search our catalogue here (which has a brilliant range of suggested books) or phone to speak to a member of staff for recommendations (click here for contact details of your branch) 
• There are still no fines! Fines have been suspended since the March lockdown and will continue for the foreseeable future) Bring your books back when it's safe for you to do so, there will be no penalty, and remember books can be renewed online, on the app or over the phone. 
• You can borrow up to 12 items for each library account.
• Collection times will be available during normal opening hours
• Returned items continue to be quarantined for 72 hours, prior to cleaning and redistributing.
• Check the East Riding Libraries app or your online account to see when your items are ready to collect (or our team will call customers who have not registered an email address)

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Need your library pin number?

To explore the huge range of FREE benefits you get with your library card including eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines and eNewspapers, access to Ancestry library edition and various Britannica encyclopedias, just log in to the catalogue here with your library card and pin It's easy to reset your pin if you've misplaced it, just click here

Get the paper delivered to your device FREE!

Did you know you can read eNewspapers free with your library card?  Digital editions of local, national and international newspapers are all available, and you can choose to have them delivered to your device each day. Click here to find out more

Indulge in some armchair travel...

Explore the world from your armchair with our 'Armchair Travel' collection of tales from distant lands and cultures. Broaden your knowledge on all things LGBTQ+ with the 'Celebrate Pride' collection.  Our #BlackLivesMatter collection features a range of titles relevant to the movement.  Check out these and other recommendations here

Books for better mental health

Many people have struggled with their mental health for a variety of reasons, but even more so throughout this unprecedented year. Reading Well for mental health is a collection of books with helpful information and support for managing common mental health conditions, or dealing with difficult feelings and experiences.  All books are recommended by professionals and supported by people who have experienced mental health concerns.  Explore the collection here