Portsmouth NHS Library Service Catalogue
Library Catalogue
The Library Catalogue lists books and other resources available in the libraries at Queen Alexandra Hospital (location code H27) and St Mary's Hospital (location code H26) in Portsmouth, as well as items held by other NHS libraries across South West and South Central England.
Borrowing
You may borrow up to 8 items. The loan period for most items is 28 days but may be less for items in higher demand.
Items must be returned to the Library from which they were borrowed.
Renewing your Library books
You will need your SWIMS Library card number.
Books borrowed from directly from our shelves. Items can be renewed once or twice depending on the loan type, in person, by telephone or online provided they have not been reserved by another reader or have reached their maximum number of renewals.
Use the following Guide to understand how to renew your library books online.
For books borrowed on inter library loan via Portsmouth NHS Library Service please contact Queen Alexandra Hospital Library in person, by telephone (023 9228 6039) or email
Fines
Fines may be charged on overdue items. These are charged per day, including weekends.
Currently fines are calculated at £0.50 per day.
Requesting Items
If the item you require is not available at either St Mary's or Queen Alexandra Library, please complete a request a book form.
The Library will try and borrow a copy on your behalf.
SWIMS Help
Use the links below to help understand how to use the SWIMS service.
Book Renewals
If you are unable to reach the library, you can renew your Portsmouth NHS library books online using your SWIMS library card (conditions apply).
Use the following Guide to understand how to renew your library books online.
If you need help...
Contact the Library.
Telephone:
023 9228 6039 or (7700) 6039
Email: Library.qah@porthosp.nhs.uk