Online resources
Some of these resources can be accessed in libraries only while others are available anywhere via the internet as long as you are a member of Kirklees Libraries.
Access to Research gives free access to over 10 million academic articles in participating public libraries across the UK.
This is available at all libraries: Access to Research
Information for family historians including Census records from 1841 to 1921 and birth, marriage and burial indexes from 1837 to 2004.
Ancestry is available to access for free at all Kirklees Libraries.
BFI Replay uncovers stories from across the UK, its history, and its people. Vividly captured in over 60 years of film, television, and video from all corners of the UK - what we, our parents and carers, grandparents and communities watched.
BFI Replay is free to access at all Kirklees libraries.
Access to newspapers from the British Library's vast collection of local and regional newspapers, covering the 19th and 20th centuries.
This is available at all libraries: British Newspaper Archive
A business tool with information for starting up a business, market research, a legal library and a wealth of useful contact organisations.
This can be accessed anywhere with a Kirklees library card: Cobra
To log in: type kirklees followed by library card number, e.g. kirklees097999999
Go Citizen is an online study resource for candidates preparing for the Life in the UK test or British Citizenship test.
This can be accessed anywhere with a Kirklees library card: Login to Go Citizen
To log in: type kirklees followed by library card number, e.g. kirklees097999999
Overdrive is our popular free e-book and e-audiobook service, with a fantastic choice of new and well-loved titles. To access via your device, simply download the Libby app:
Read digital editions of national and international newspapers just as they appear in print.
Create your own personal home feed, sync your reading across devices, and enjoy smart reading and accessibility features. Read online or download for offline convenience.
For complimentary access go to: Pressreader . Sign in using the 'Library or Group' option, search for Kirklees Library and enter your Kirklees Library card number and PIN.
To access via your mobile device simply download the Pressreader app:
After 30 days you will need to log in again to re-authenticate your complimentary Kirklees Library access.
Theory Test Pro is a highly reliable online simulation of the UK's driving theory tests for all vehicle categories. It contains all the official test questions licensed by the Driving Standards Agency.
This can be accessed anywhere with a Kirklees library card Login to Theory Test Pro
To log in: type kirklees followed by library card number, e.g. kirklees097999999
Which? tests products side by side against the competition, to give you honest unbiased reviews and practical advice that helps you choose from thousands of products.
This is available at libraries Which?
