Dictionaries and encyclopaedias

The library subscribes to online reference works to help you find reliable information and carry out research.

These are all free to use but you may be asked to enter the barcode number from your library card to use them at home. Some can only be used on a computer in the library.

Dictionaries

Oxford English Dictionary

Oxford English dictionary

The definitive record of the English language available to use on any computer with your library card.

Access the Oxford English Dictionary website


Oxford Dictionary of National Biography

Oxford dictionary of national biography

Information out about people who made an impact on British life in their lifetime. This resource can be used on any computer with your Library card.

Access the Oxford Dictionary of National Biography


Encyclopaedias 

Oxford Reference Online

Oxford reference online

Look for information in over 250 dictionaries and encyclopaedias covering a wide variety of subjects. This resource can be used on any computer with your library card.

Access the Oxford Reference online website 


Oxford Music

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Find information on a wide range of musical subjects. This resource can be used on any computer with your library card.

Access the Oxford music online website

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