Stockport libraries closed due to Coronavirus - more information on downloading ebooks
All Stockport Libraries Closed Until Further Notice
In line with guidance from Central Government and Public Health England relating to Social Distancing and the Coronavirus Stockport libraries have taken the difficult decision to close all their Libraries.
You can still borrow books, magazines and newspapers on-line. Visit their website and/or downloads the apps. https://www.stockport.gov.uk/ebooks-and-audiobooks
Do-It-On Line:
You can renew your books on-line and get up to date information about libraries on their website www.stockport.gov.uk/libraries
They have suspended their fines policy so don’t worry if you cannot renew or return – you will not be charged.
If you have any questions you can email libraries@stockport.gov.uk
Or if you do not have access to a computer or emails you can call them on 0161 217 6009
If you are a member of the Library there are a variety of online services you can use to keep reading. To join the Library and use these resources see below.
Join the Library
Go to www.stockport.gov.uk/libraries and select join your local library – https://www.stockport.gov.uk/join-your-local-library/how-to-join-a-library
From here complete the online form and you will be provided with a temporary borrower number and 4 digit PIN. Please make it something memorable as you will need this to sign into access our online services.
These work on Apple, Android or Kindle devices, including Kindle Fire.
For further information on each service please see below.
E-Books and E-Audiobooks
Please visit https://www.stockport.gov.uk/ebooks-and-audiobooks for information on how to download Borrowbox app and start borrowing ebooks and eaudiobooks.
E-Newspapers
Missing your daily newspaper? Great news you can access full digital copies of newspapers via Pressreader, free with your Library card or temporary Library number.
Information on Pressreader is here - https://www.stockport.gov.uk/ebooks-and-audiobooks/pressreader including how to sign up.
E-Magazines
Read full digital copies of your favourite magazines free of charge from your computer, smartphone or tablet. There are a wide variety of titles. Go to https://www.stockport.gov.uk/ebooks-and-audiobooks/e-magazines for further information.
