Explore Books, Stories, and More All Across Ireland

Libraries Ireland

Libraries Ireland is a website that links all public libraries together in Ireland. If you are part of a library anywhere in the country, you can search for books and other things from all the different libraries. You can also borrow items and pick them up at your local branch, even if the item came from far away. This website helps make sure that every library in Ireland feels like one big team working together.

What You Can Do on Libraries Ireland

Search the library catalogue for books, audiobooks, DVDs, and more from libraries all around Ireland.

Reserve items and have them delivered to your local library so you can pick them up when they arrive.

Use your library card and PIN to log into your account and keep track of what you have borrowed.

Read or listen to digital books online through services like BorrowBox without needing to visit the library.

Join the library right from the website if you are not already a member.

Explore learning tools like online language programs and special reading events for kids and families.

Reading Without Leaving Home

If you can’t make it to the library, Libraries Ireland still helps. Many books and audiobooks can be read or listened to online. With a library card, kids and adults can use services like BorrowBox to enjoy books on a tablet, phone, or computer. There are also newspapers and magazines you can read online, as well as videos and learning activities that keep reading interesting from home.

Joining is Simple

You can join a library through Libraries Ireland if you are not already signed up. The process is quick and doesn't cost anything. Once you’re signed up, you’ll get a temporary library number. With that, you can start using the online reading tools right away. Later, you can visit your local library to complete your membership and pick up your real card. Even with just your temporary number, you can do a lot online.

Library Services for Everyone

The website isn’t just about books. Libraries Ireland also offers help with homework, activities for school projects, and tips on learning new subjects. There are resources for grown-ups too, like job search tools, health guides, and training courses. Each public library adds its own events and services to the site, so you can find out what’s happening in your area as well as across the country.

Special Features for Children

There are many things just for children on Libraries Ireland. Some libraries hold reading challenges during the summer, others might offer storytelling sessions or drawing contests. You can also discover age-appropriate books and learning tools, making it easier to find something good to read or listen to. Whether you like fairy tales, science facts, or fun mysteries, the website helps you find stories that match your age and interests.