What our libraries offer
A guide to the services, support and activities you can access for free in Stirling's libraries.
General services in our libraries
Stirling Council has:
- 17 libraries
- 2 mobile libraries
All of these are welcoming spaces where you can work, study, read and relax.
Our libraries also offer visitors a range of helpful services, including:
- a great selection of books for all ages and interests
- access to books without any fines
- free requests for books that are not available
- tea and coffee machines
- newspapers and magazines, online and in print
- a Housebound Service for people who cannot visit a library themselves
- a hearing aid battery replacement service
- free period products
You can use our book collections to find money-saving tips, quick and cheap recipes and eco-friendly ideas on crafts, recycling, mending and making.
Help with work, study, IT skills and money
Many of our libraries offer visitors:
- free access to PCs and the internet
- free wifi
- photocopying, scanning and printing services
- one-to-one support on issues involving job seeking, Universal Credit claims and lifelong learning from a dedicated Digital Inclusion Officer
- appointments with our ‘IT and Me’ volunteers on using smartphones, tablets and digital devices, as well as support with getting online and accessing online resources
- a tablet-lending scheme
- Citizens Advice Bureau surgeries
- job clubs
- support for New Scots and people learning English
Bannockburn Library also has a 'makerspace' where you can access 3-D printers, sewing machines, laser cutters and vinyl cutters.
Groups and activities in our libraries
Our libraries host a wide range of activities for people of all ages. These include:
- Bookbug events
- storytime events
- Chatterbooks after-school book groups for children
- LEGO groups
- fun craft activities for children
- book groups for adults, including specialist crime, science fiction and poetry groups
- ‘knit and natter’ and ‘craft and crochet’ groups
- reminiscence groups
- support groups for people who want to stop smoking
- Step on Stress classes
- lifelong learning groups, including languages, art and writing
- book festivals and author events for adults and children
- digital events for children and adults
Find out more
Visit the Libraries in Stirling page to find out more about your local library, including information on:
- its opening times
- the free services you can access there
- regular groups and activities you can take part in
- volunteering opportunities