Libraries

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Welcome to Blackburn with Darwen library and information service.  We are proud to announce that Darwen Library reaches its centenary during this National year of reading.  Be a part of the double celebration by joining in our action packed programme of events.

Find out what makes Blackburn Central Library the seventh most visited library in England, by checking out all our services, including:

If you are interested in local history, Cotton Town, our digital archive, gives a wealth of information about the area through historical material, including photographs, maps, posters and newspaper articles. 

If you have a query or comment about our services please e-mail us at library@blackburn.gov.uk


  • National year of reading

    July is .... rhythm and rhyme. The Library and information service is planning an exciting programme of events throughout the year to tempt more people to read for pleasure. Details of all events and activities will be posted here, so check regularly and don’t miss out!


  • News and events!

    Find out about what activities are planned for children over the summer holidays and discover more about our new business service.


  • Friday brainteaser

    Welcome to this new feature which challenges you to use your grey matter! This week's set of questions is about the Euro; answers will be given next week.

Related Links

  • Search the catalogue
    This link allows you 24/7 access from work or the comfort of your own home.
  • How to renew items
    Discover the range of options available to you.
  • Opening hours
    We have five libraries and a mobile - find out when you can visit.
  • Join our libraries online
    Find out what to do to become a member.
  • Free online information
    Take a look at what we subscribe to, so you don’t have to! Resources include Encyclopedia Britannica, World Book, Ancestry.library edition, Cobra, Oxford Reference online, Credo Reference, NewsUK, KnowUK and Which?
  • Contact us
    Spaces to think or meet, centres for discovery and learning with resources and staff to help you. See what your libraries can do for you.
  • Enquire
    A national live question and answer service available 24 hours a day, every day, allowing you to put questions to trained library staff! Try it today!

Survey

What is your favourite type of rhyme?
  • Classic poetry
  • Modern poetry
  • Rap
  • Pop/rock songs
  • Songs from the musicals
  • Jazz/blues songs
  • Nursery rhymes
  • Limericks