Fines

What will I have to pay if I return items late?

The Library charges fines to ensure that resources are returned on time so that they are available to the maximum number of users. If an item is returned late, it becomes overdue and fines are charged as follows:

Item type

Fine

Long loans 20p per day
1 week loans 50p per day
3 day loans £1 per day
Overnight loans £1 per hour or part of an hour
Videos & DVDs £3 per day

Items that have been recalled will be subject to a recall fine of 50p per day.

Please note that if your fines exceed £15 then an automatic block is placed on your account, which will prevent further borrowing or renewals. This block can be lifted by reducing fines below £15. If any items are overdue then estimated fines will count towards this threshold, and payments cannot be made against estimated fines.

If you have problems renewing despite paying off all outstanding fines then please contact the Library on +44 (0) 1895 266141 or by email.

Page last updated: Thursday 22 December 2011