Essex Libraries

Service update:

All libraries are temporarily closed to the public. Some sites remain open to offer emergency public computer access by appointment. Find out more

New Library Management System Update:

From early April, the library catalogue will be unavailable as we transfer over to the new Library Management System. This will mean that some library services will be unavailable for approximately 3 weeks. More details will be available soon

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Your Loan History and Reading Lists

Guidance on how to retain your reading lists and loan history beyond the last five years when we transfer to the new Library Management System

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Would you like a Reading Friend?

How to take part in the Reading Friends scheme, which brings people together with trained volunteers to read, share stories, meet new friends, and have fun.