Explore Our Guides to Using the Library
We’ve re-focused our website to make it easier for you to find electronic resources and support.
Getting Started with the Library
Details of our welcome and orientation programme, as well as information on using the library, accessing resources and support services.
Borrow From Us
Find out more on borrowing to returning, loan periods to details of charges for late returns.
Reserve
Find out more about reserving an item that is already out on loan, held at Divines Library, Ushaw College or our Remote Store.
Making a Request
Request access to items outside of our collections, through postal loans or scan and deliver, suggest a new item or request further copies.
Electronic Resources
Get help with troubleshooting, technical problems, passwords, databases, and more.
Study Spaces
We are offering a variety of bookable and non-bookable study spaces across our sites.
IT and Equipment
Find more information on PCs, laptops, MFDs, printing, photocopying, Disability Support study rooms, and microform readers.
Information for Visitors
Along with members of Durham University, we are also pleased to welcome external students, researchers and visitors to Bill Bryson Library.
Using Other Libraries and Collections
Find out more about our Partner Libraries and the SCONUL Access scheme.