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 have a designated disabled parking bay?
ben2023-02-15T15:10:14+00:00The disabled parking is situated on the Farringdon Service Road at the side of the playground.
What are all the floors of the Forum used for?
ben2023-02-15T15:09:44+00:00The ground and first floors are the main public library, the second floor is the University of Essex and the third floor is the University Centre South Essex college.
Are baby changing facilities available?
ben2023-02-15T15:08:29+00:00Yes, baby changing facilities are available on the ground floor.
Is there a café at The Forum?
ben2023-02-15T15:07:47+00:00There is no café at the present time, there are a nice selection of coffee shops on the high street.
Are there any art galleries in the Forum?
ben2023-02-15T15:06:53+00:00There are regular gallery exhibitions at The Focal Point Gallery, please visit www.fpg.org.uk for more information.
Do you offer meeting rooms and community space hire?
ben2023-02-15T15:05:24+00:00Yes, meeting room and community space hire - please email forumbookings@southend.gov.uk
