Bedfordshire and Luton Libraries' Catalogue

Help with Online Registration

This page explains the difference between Bedfordshire and Luton Libraries.

Though we were at one time the same authority, we are now separate. This means we share a library catalogue system and some resources, but we do not share all items.

We cannot loan audio visual items across the authority borders, therefore you can only borrow videos, DVDs and CDs from the library service you are a member of.

The two boxes show you, as a member, what you can and cannot borrow and request from the other library service.

Joining Bedfordshire Libraries

This form enables you to join the library service immediately. You are then able to request items online, check your borrower details and use a range of resources on the Virtual Library.

Please fill in all the boxes with the red asterisk * by them, you will not be able to join without this information.

There are two types of membership:

Full - This will allow you to request items, access all online resources, borrow items from the library and use the library's IT facilities. As soon as you click 'Send' your library card number and PIN will be returned and you can use the online resources.

To activate your card so you can borrow items and use the IT you will need to take two forms of ID to the library you selected.

Here are some examples of ID you can use:

An electricity, gas or telephone bill (up to six months old)

A driving licence with your current address)

A bank statement (up to six months old) )

A benefit book or letter from the Benefits Agency )

A pension order book)

A student rent contract)

A rent book)

A council tax payment book)

A student card with printed name and address)

A letter from your estate agent or solicitor if you have recently moved house)

Online - This type of membership will give you access to all the online resources available on the Virtual Library, but you will not be able to request or borrow items or use the library IT facilities.

If you wish to change your membership level at any time simply contact us or visit your local library.

Please make sure you read the Regulations and Byelaws.

Joining Luton Libraries

This form enables you to join the library service immediately. You are then able to request items online, check your borrower details and use a range of resources on LutonLibrary.com.