Libraries

How to join a library

Anyone who lives or works in Hartlepool, or visits Hartlepool regularly, can become a library member. 

Become a library member

Apply online through the link above, or you can visit any of our libraries with one form of identification (ID) - either printed or electronic - to sign up in person.

Valid forms of ID must include your current address such as a: 

  • driving licence 
  • Council Tax bill - less than 12 months old 
  • bank statement - less than three months old 
  • utility bill - less than three months old 
  • prescription - less than three months old 
  • payslip - less than three months old 

Children under 17 do not need to provide ID but a parent or carer's signature is required on the library card.