What can I borrow?
Your library membership allows you to borrow:
- 20 items, of which 8 can be music CDs, 4 can be film DVDs and 2 can be Open Learning packs.
Also:
- a combined total of 10 eBooks and eAudiobooks on both OverDrive and BorrowBox
- Unlimited eMagazines and eComics on OverDrive
- A tablet or a laptop (additional conditions apply)
It is completely free to borrow.
How long can I borrow things for?
- Books, DVDs and CDs are loaned for 4 weeks.
- Open learning packs are loaned for 12 weeks
- eMagazines and eComics are loaned for up to 21 days.
- eBooks and eAudiobooks are loaned for up to 21 days.
- Tablets and laptops are loaned for 4 weeks.
NOTE: An acceptable Use Policy applies to all loans of electronic equipment from the Shetland Library. You can read the policy here: Computer and Mobile Device Agreement 2021.
By borrowing the device from the library you are agreeing to the conditions listed in the policy.
I'm just visiting - can I join?
Visitors are also very welcome to join the library.
Just fill in a membership form, show some ID and give us your Shetland and home address.
You may borrow up to 5 items plus eBooks.