Libraries service available during Covid-19
Although our libraries currently remain closed, we are working hard to develop plans to reopen our doors as soon as we can whilst maintaining public safety and that of library staff.
In the meanwhile, we are launching a range of alternative library services to eligible residents as follows.
LibraryLink Home Delivery Service
Starting on Wednesday 1 July the Caerphilly Library Service will be offering a book lending and delivery service to the home of eligible residents.
Delivered through the LibraryLink Home Delivery Service, eligible residents will be provided with reading or listening materials specifically chosen by our knowledgeable library staff. Deliveries will be made every 6 weeks.
To request this service applicants must meet one of the following eligibility criteria. Please note the offer can only be made to the individual and is not open to others residing at the same address unless the eligibility is met.
- be currently registered users of the LibraryLink service
- be over the age of 70 and and have no access to the library service eDigital offer of eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines or eComics
- have received a shielding letter from the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) of Wales – regardless of age.
To register for the LibraryLink service please complete our application form.
Apply for the LibraryLink Home Delivery Service >
This link will direct you to Caerphilly Connect. Register now or log in to report, apply and pay for services. If you do not wish to create an account click 'Continue without registering'. Please check your spam/junk mail folder for account activation and notification emails that we send you!
If you are unable to complete the form, please call one of the telephone numbers below and a library service advisor will complete and submit the application for you.
Monday to Friday, 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm
- 07523 931965
- 07523 931969
- 07713 399806
Monday to Friday, 4.30pm to 6pm
Saturday, 10am to 3.00pm
Returning library items
Some residents may have items they need to return to the library that were loaned before libraries were closed.
Starting on Monday 13 July, you can return these items at entrances to Bargoed, Caerphilly and Risca Library using the ‘Return Book Bins’ situated at the library entrances.
Returned items will be cleared from your library account and any fines accrued during the closure will be removed from your account.
Order and collect service
The Caerphilly Library Service are making plans to provide an ‘Order and Collect’ service which is expected to start in August.
Further information will be made available as the plans develop.
eServices
The Caerphilly Library Services subscribe to a range of eServices that provide access to a wealth of eBooks, eAudiobooks, eComics and eGraphic novels 24/7, all year round.
Library members can download these at your convenience onto a compatible device.
Visit our E-books and online library resources webpage for details.