Internet computers

Book a computer free of charge

All Solihull libraries have free internet access for library members.

Use any of these 3 easy ways - you just need your library card:

• Book a computer online in advance 
• Visit your local library and book a PC at the helpdesk
• Book a PC by telephoning your local library

• You can book a computer for up to an hour a day - this may be extended if the computer is not required by another person. If you are doing a Learndirect course with the library service you can book for up to 2 hours per day.

  All you pay for are print-outs, which cost 10p per A4 sheet (or 50p if in colour).

  If you have never used a computer before don't panic! Our trained library staff will be happy to assist and guide you.

  All libraries offer:

  PCs for public use

  • High-speed, broadband Internet access
  • E-mail, Online and CD-ROM Information packages and
  • Microsoft software for:
    • Word-processing
    • Spreadsheets
    • PowerPoint presentations
    • Access databases
    • FrontPage web design

  Scanners

  Scanners are available at all libraries.

  Children

  Our PCs are for children as well as adults. The Central Children's Library has PCs specifically for children. All library PCs have filtering software to help safeguard against access to unsuitable and offensive material.

  If you need help

  Our trained staff will make every effort to help if you need assistance, however  staff cannot give individual training or advice on using specific products, but we do have:

  • A wide range of books you can borrow about using computers and particular software. The largest ranges of these are at Central, Balsall Common, Chelmsley Wood, Hobs Moat, Kingshurst and Shirley libraries.
  • Access to basic computer training with Learndirect at Central Library, Chelmsley Wood Library, Kingshurst Library, Castle Bromwich Library and Marston Green Library

  Conditions of Use

  When you start to use a PC you will be asked to agree and accept the conditions in:

• Conditions of use for library PCs
• Internet acceptable use policy

Contact Details

Addresses and telephone numbers for each library are provided on their individual pages.

For further information contact libraryarts@solihull.gov.uk