COVID-19 update: Computer access is currently limited to one pre-booked 45 minute session per day. Book your session by calling the library during their opening times. This will be reviewed regularly. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
All libraries in Wiltshire offer access to computers with broadband internet connection. Members of the library can book up to three hours a day on a computer for free. Visitors can be given temporary access to a computer for a short time with proof of identity. You will be asked to agree to our conditions of use.
If you wish to use your own laptop, tablet or smart phone, you can connect to the WiltsOnline public Wi-FI in all Wiltshire libraries. Printing is not available over Wi-Fi but the library computers can be used for printing.
Internet Explorer
Google Chrome
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Publisher
USB ports
Writable CD drives
Black and white printing (10p charge per sheet)
Colour printing - only available in Chippenham and Salisbury (£1 charge per sheet)
Access to all online resources Wiltshire libraries subscribe to such as Ancestry Institution
Scanning facilities (selected machines only)
Screen magnification software for visually impaired users (selected machines only)
If you live or work in Wiltshire, you will need a Wiltshire library card. Visit your local library to become a member and you will be able to use a computer as soon as you have joined
You can join the library at any age and membership is free. To join the library, you will need to show proof of your name and address (e.g. bank/building society statement, driving licence or official bill/invoice). If you have no fixed abode, we will need to see proof of your name
If you are under 16, you will need to bring your parent or guardian so they can sign a consent form.
All new members will be given a PIN*, you will need this to use a computer
Once you are a member of Wiltshire libraries you are able to book a computer in advance, just phone your local library. You will need your library card number to do this
Visitors to Wiltshire may use the system on production of adequate identification (e.g. passport, driving licence, ID card). A donation for use will be requested
Library staff will be happy to give you basic help and support when using a computer
If you have never used a computer before or if you need more advanced help, you may need to attend a training course. Library staff may be able to direct you to an appropriate course in your area
Learning Curve run free Get Online courses for anyone who is over 19 and claiming work related benefits. For more information, contact Learning Curve on 01225 792500
All Internet access on library computers is filtered; this is to prevent access to offensive or illegal websites
If you find that you can access a website you believe should be blocked, please report it to a member of library staff
If you find a site that you believe should be available, please ask a member of library staff to request that it is unblocked
Children under 16 must become library members
Computer access will be granted once a parent or guardian has visited a library and completed a Parental Consent Form
If a parent or guardian withdraws consent before a child becomes 16 access will be not be permitted
The responsibility for monitoring the material accessed by children remains with the parent/guardian.
Children under 13 will not have access to any social networking sites
Young people aged 13 -16 will only be able to access social networking sites with a signed Social Networking - Parental Consent Form
Wiltshire Council