Decent library, half hidden from view along Southchurch Road. Car park is a bit small and awkward…read moreto park in. Good selection of books and helpful librarians if stuck.

Good library in Southchurch. Can easily miss it as hidden behind buildings and plants. Small car…read morepark. Staff very helpful finding books or with kids' homework. Good for older people to have local library rather than have to travel to Southend.

Rochford Library has moved to new premises: 8 Roche Close,…read moreRochford, SS4 1PX. Now has extended opening hours Monday to Saturday 9am to 6pm Closed Sunday. Now located in a cul de sac, off one way street which leads to new Somerfield store, which has its own free car park. Had to move as lease expired on traditional market square premises.

Does Rochford library have access to sign language DVD's?…read more I really would like to learn it, from sctratch!

It's everything a small town library should be. From the very friendly staff, to the dedicated…read morechildren's area even down to the gardens that it's set in. I love going there with my daughter and she loves it too... Numerous times a year there are local events held in the Library Gardens which are free and support the community.

Lovely friendly library near the Leigh Broadway. The staff are helpful and, although it is quite…read moresmall and crowded, there is a good selection of books. They often sell off old books very cheaply so cheap an eye out for a bargain! The good thing is that with Essex library cards you can use them in most libraries in the county.

Small, friendly Library set in the village of Great Wakering. Whilst the selection of books is…read moresmall it is well chosen. The librarian is always helpful.

I have been with this Library for over 20 years from when my children were little and it is the…read morefriendliest library I ever visited. Very customer and child focused. Never have any trouble getting through on the phone and staff always so helpful. Recently I have had to renew my books a lot over the phone because of commitments to a relative with health problems and it never seems any trouble to the staff to do so. Fantastic choice of books and even now though my son is an adult, he loves coming with me to the library.

A great little library, this, with friendly and helpful staff who are always glad to meet a person…read morewith an interest in reading. The computers are often available and the resources rarely booked out, but it is possible to check online from home, as well as ordering in books if they don't have them. Expect all the standard facilities, such as photocopying, DVDs and games, as well as internet access and disabled access. The carpark around the back is expansive and useful.

For a small village library, this has a lot to offer. There are a number of new computers for use…read moreof the internet available which you can book slots for at the counter. There is also a DVD rental service which stocks a few of the latest titles. The children's section is made interesting by there being brightly coloured bean bags and chairs for the kids to sit on when you browse the rest of the library. The staff are really helpful, and will help you yo order in books from other Essex libraries if they do not have it in stock. Old books are often for sale in the entrance so it is well worth a visit!

Very small compact library, but still loads to choose from. Staff helpful. The library is inside a…read morecommunity hall, area now a bit run down, closed shops etc. Big free car park next door. Very near local park which is hidden down a path next to car park.

Very small library hidden in community centre. Good choice of books in small space. Excellent…read morestaff. Massive car park for small retail area. A bit run down now. Good to have local library as only one this side of Shoebury.

a small and quaint library located along the london road…read more staff are very friendly and helpful, attending to you needs and queries with no bother. the children's area is very small, but this is understandable because of the size of the library itself. the do have a lovely patio area out the back with benches where you can relax with a good book on better days, which is a really nice feature. some computrs with internet access too, and good seating areas.

Took my children to this bright and cheerful library with an excellent range of childrens books. In…read morehalf terms they offer activities for children which are book related. This is educational and enjoyable at the same time.