Join online for a digital library membership
You can sign up for a digital library membership with access to online resources. You will be asked for a PIN number - enter a 4 digit number to create a PIN. You must supply your date of birth in the sign-up form.
Log in if you're already a member.
Download the LibrariesWest app and make the most of your library membership on the go.
Digital library membership
Online digital membership gives you access to e-resources including e-books, e-audio, e-magazines, e-newspapers, e-comics and e-reference.
You can convert your digital membership to a full membership to borrow books, audio books and DVDs, by visiting your local library with proof of address.
Library membership
Library membership gives you access to e-resources as well as books, audio books and DVDs.
Where can I use my card?
You can use your card in any of the 31 libraries in Dorset.
You can also use your membership card in anyLibrariesWest libraries in:
- Dorset
- Bath and North East Somerset
- Bristol
- North Somerset
- Poole
- Somerset
- South Gloucestershire
You can borrow, return and reserve items to libraries in these areas. You can also use the library computers.
You’ll get a temporary membership number and PIN. You can reserve items straight away.
Proof of address
We accept:
- driving licence
- gas, telephone, or electricity bill, within last 3 months
- bank statement or credit card statement, within last 3 months
- addressed envelope received at home, within last 3 months
- recent wage slip showing address
- tenancy agreement
If you’re joining as a visitor, you can also use one of these items as proof of address:
- bank card
- passport
- photo ID
- library card from any library
We don’t accept:
- TOTUM cards
- bus, rail, or coach passes
- business cards or workplace ID
If you have no fixed address, you don’t need any proof of address.
I've lost my card
You can replace a lost membership card in any library, for £2 per card.
Making reservations
Visit the LibrariesWest website to reserve books, CDs, DVDs and more.
Alerts for reservations
Have you requested a book, film or music? We need contact details to let you know when your item has arrived.
We don't contact you by phone anymore, so we need at least one of the following:
- email address (this is the preferred option)
- mobile number
- current address
Speak to a member of library staff if you need to update your contact information.
Library terms and conditions
By joining Dorset Libraries, you’re agreeing to the regulations and byelaws for Dorset Libraries.
Data protection
Find out how we use your library membership information and data.