Your Library Made Easy

Published Date: 02nd February 2026

Did you know that being a member of the MWL Library means you are automatically a member of NoW?

What is NoW?

NoW is the name given to a group of NHS libraries across the North West.

What does this mean for you?

   You can search one catalogue and access the books (currently over 200,000) from all NoW libraries. You can also access e-books for your home library.

   You can borrow from any participating library and return your items to the library that is convenient for you.

   Your membership moves with you, meaning if you move to a Trust whose library is part of NoW you won't need to sign up again - just login and update your details.

   You can manage your requests, reservations and loans online in one place, anytime, anywhere

   You can borrow up to 12 items for 4 weeks with 5 automatic renewals. If another member has reserved the item you will then be notified that you will need to return it by it's next due date.

We have produced a short guide that you may also find useful. Why not explore the catalogue today?