Mobile Library
The mobile library service brings books, audio books and other library services direct to people who cannot access our community libraries.
View the Mobile Library Timetable page, search for a stop near you on the Warwickshire Direct website or call Warwickshire County Council on: 01926 851 031 as they provide this service.
The service is free of charge and there are no charges for fines or reservations.
Your questions answered
Why has Solihull Council stopped providing the mobile library service?
The change to the service has been prompted by the lease on the current Solihull mobile library vehicle coming to an end on 31March. Instead, Warwickshire County Council will be providing a more modern and accessible vehicle with the added benefit of internet access where available.
The new joint service will save Solihull Council around £50k. No jobs will be lost as part of the change, with current Solihull mobile library and home library service staff to be re-deployed into other Solihull library services.
Where is my nearest stop and what time and date will the mobile library be there?
The revised schedule of stops and routes is available by clicking on the attachment in the blue box in the right hand corner of this page or by calling Warwickshire County Council on: 01926 851 031.
Current customers have been given a letter about the changes and how to access the new service.
My stop has been withdrawn. How can I access library services?
You may find that your local library is now closer for you than an alternative mobile library stop.
If you are housebound, you may be eligible for our Home Library service which involves a collection of books being delivered to you at home.
I have a current Solihull library card. Will I need a new one and will I still be able to use Solihull libraries?
Next time you visit the mobile library, take your Solihull card with you and you will be given a new Warwickshire card. Make sure you keep your Solihull card to use at our libraries.
I have books borrowed from the Solihull mobile library. How do I return them?
You can return them to the new mobile library or any Solihull library.
How many items will I be able to borrow from the new mobile library and how can I return them?
There are no restrictions on the number of items that you borrow and you can return them back to the mobile library or any Solihull library.
How long can I keep items borrowed from Warwickshire Mobile?
3 weeks. You may renew your items either on the Mobile Library or by telephoning 01926 851 031. You may renew your items up to 3 times unless they have been requested by another customer.
Am I still able to reserve items?
Yes. There is no charge for items reserved on the Solihull/ Warwickshire Mobile
Are there facilities for disabled customers?
Yes. Access for those with disabilities will be provided in the following ways:-
- Side entrance with low level
- Low floor, single level floor
- Rear ramped access for wheelchair access
How do I contact the new service?
Central Depot,
Kenilworth Library,
Smalley Place,
Kenilworth
CV8 1QG
Telephone: 01926 851 031