Using our online catalogue – institutional members

Access Catalyst from anywhere via the ‘Search the Catalogue’ link on the Library’s website. The online catalogue provides access to almost all of the physical collection and all of our digital resources. You can find videos on using Catalyst on our website. 

In order to access the full range of electronic resources and catalogue features, for example eJournals and eBooks, the representative will need to sign-up to the single sign-on service. They will need the 5-digit membership number and the email address registered with the Library on the membership application form in order to verify their account and create a unique password. Please select "Sign in to Catalyst" from the top right of the library homepage and then follow the instructions here to sign-up for the first time. Once you have completed the process, you will use your email address and an 8-character (minimum) password of your choice to sign in on subsequent occasions. Nominees will then need to use this email address and password to sign in and gain access to electronic resources and our collections. Your membership number should have been sent to you in an email when you joined but should you need a reminder, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

If you have any problems with the sign up process please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. You will find a video explaining how to use Catalyst on the homepage.

Enquiries and references for school members

We are happy to help school members with their research requests and we can arrange bespoke sessions at the Library to support students with their study needs. Please get in touch with our Head of Member Services, Amanda Stebbings at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with your request.

Book suggestions

Members can suggest books to be acquired for the Library collection by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Inter-library loans

The Library participates in the Inter-Library loan scheme - requesting materials from other national and international libraries. If we do not hold something you need we may be able to borrow it on your behalf for a fee.