Library and archive charges, fees and fines

Charges for lost or damaged materials

Charges by item
Item Unit 2025/2026
In print and commercially available items Per item Full cost
Out of print or non-commercially available items Per item £25

Exemptions apply to:

  • Children under 5 and children or adults in exempt borrower categories are exempt from such charges in relation to damaged or lost material.
  • Looked After Children are also exempt from charges relating to both loss and damage to material.
   Exempt
Lost library cards - adults   £2.75
Lost library cards - under the age of 18   £1.35

Exemptions apply to:

  • looked after children
   Exempt

Page last updated: 8 May 2025

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