Are there food and drink restrictions in the library?
ben2023-02-22T10:38:52+00:00Food and drink are allowed on both the ground and first floors of the Forum, but no hot food is allowed. No food or drink is allowed by the computers.
Can I charge my laptop?
ben2023-02-22T10:38:11+00:00Yes, we have charging points at most study tables.
Do you have reading and study areas?
ben2023-02-22T10:37:42+00:00There are various tables and chairs with plug points located on the ground and first floor.
Do you still have DVDs and CDs?
ben2023-02-22T10:36:02+00:00We only have a few DVDs in stock, these are usually general interest DVDs alongside our book stock. We no longer stock CDs in our libraries.
Do you accept donated books?
ben2023-02-22T10:35:11+00:00We are currently limited on the stock we can receive, please contact your library to check beforehand.
Can I suggest a book to purchase?
ben2023-02-22T10:34:12+00:00Visit www.southend.spydus.co.uk or pop into the library.
How do I access Borrowbox?
ben2023-02-22T10:32:56+00:00You can sign up for a library card online. A code can be provided that you bring to the library with your address ID to collect your card. Please contact librarymanagers@southend.gov.uk for further assistance.
Are there any library clubs/reading groups?
ben2023-02-22T10:45:41+00:00Please contact librarydevelopment@southend.gov.uk for information about reading groups.
Are there any events during the school holidays this year?
ben2023-02-22T10:45:51+00:00For information regarding upcoming events, visit https://www.visitsouthend.co.uk/library or our Facebook page.
When the library is closed, can I still return my books?
ben2023-02-22T10:25:35+00:00Yes, you can return your books at the book drop point.
