Free computers and WIFI
People's Network Computers are available at all branches for library members to use and access the internet. To log on, use your library card number and your four-digit password. Computers are free to use and can be pre-booked.
Free Wi-Fi is available at all branches. There is no need to sign in, just connect and accept the terms and conditions.
You can use this link to find details of your local library.
Meeting Pods
Meeting Pods are available at Bootle, Crosby & Southport Libraries. The fully equipped rooms offer language learning software, communication platforms and space for 1-2-1 meeting and video conferencing. Please contact the relevant library to book.
Contact Details:-
Bootle Library: 0151 934 5781 / bootle.library@sefton.gov.uk
Crosby Library: 0151 257 6400 / crosby.library@sefton.gov.uk
Southport Library: 0151 934 2118 / southport.library@sefton.gov.uk
Free SIM cards and mobile data
Sefton Libraries are working with Good Things Foundation to distribute free SIM cards and mobile data to local people facing digital exclusion. The National Databank scheme is supported by UK mobile networks (Vodafone, O2 and Three) and offers vital connections for anyone cut off from the basic daily activities most people take for granted, like contacting loved ones, accessing job interviews, finding essential health or other information online, and digitised public services.
If you're a Sefton resident and meet the eligibility criteria, you can collect a free sim card from Bootle Library, Crosby Library or Netherton Library.
Anyone aged over 18 from a low-income household who qualifies in at least one of the following ways can apply:
- you have no or insufficient access to the internet at home
- you have no or insufficient access to the internet away from home
- you can't afford your existing monthly contract or top-up
Simply call into Bootle Library, Crosby Library or Netherton Library to enquire about the scheme and request your SIM Card.
Contact Details:-
Bootle Library: 0151 934 5781 / bootle.library@sefton.gov.uk
Crosby Library: 0151 257 6400 / crosby.library@sefton.gov.uk
Netherton Library: 0151 525 0607 / netherton.library@sefton.gov.uk
Tablet Lending Scheme
No access to an internet enabled device at home? Are you cut off from the basic digital activities most people take for granted, like contacting loved ones, applying for jobs, applying for benefits, accessing public services, or accessing essential healthcare online?
Did you know you could borrow an android tablet from Crosby Library to search for jobs, and access benefit advice in the comfort of your home?
To find out if you are eligible or for more details, please contact Crosby Library.
Digital support is available at most libraries. This varies from one off pre-booked 1:1 IT sessions with a volunteer to digital drop-in sessions. Contact your local library for more information and session times.
For those looking to improve their skills further. The Good Things Foundation offer free digital skills courses through Make It Click and Learn My Way. These can be accessed from the Peoples Network Computers free of charge. Click the logo to the left to visit the Learn My Way website.