I think the main library in Chelmsford is excellent. It has a very good selection of books, audio…read morebooks, cd's and dvd's. I use it all the time. I also order a lot of items online and if the Chelmsford library does not have a copy of an item then one is sent from another library in Essex at no charge - brilliant. They did have a coffee shop which I thought was a good idea but it has closed - I guess it did not do enough business.

Helpful staff are always at hand in the store offering help to customer queries. The library has a…read morebroad range of books available in when not in stock there is a free reservation service where a book can be sent from another library in Essex for free to a library of your choice. I have often used this service and the books are shipped very quickly. The library has a large number of computers available for the public to use, but unfortunately you can only use them for up to an hour each day. I recommend booking these in advance as the bookings fill up a few days in advance. The cd selection is very broad and at small cost they can be borrowed for up to three weeks. Dvds are also much cheaper to borrow here than at other dvd borrowing stores.

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!

As a history buff, avid reader, and past library fundraiser, there is no way I could skip a visit…read moreto the British Library. We enjoyed roaming the floors during an unexpected rain shower, and enjoyed all the historical tomes exhibited here. We did not sign up for cards, and therefor did not get to explore the rooms or stacks, but we did enjoy our walk around. During college (as a history major), it was frequently joked that you haven't really researched in a library if you haven't wound up making out in the stacks... well, after a day of research, I enjoyed some fun pictures and 'making out' with my husband, making this a thoroughly educational stop in our London adventure.

The building may not be ancient but the treasures inside will keep you engaged for hours…read more Explore the various museum room and see if you're allowed to see some of the really old volumes. Rest in the cafe or sit and read a while in a chair or desk on the upper floors. Stroll the exterior and see the huge line that sometimes forms at (I guess) opening times? Enjoy the special kids programs at many times, and celebrate the love of reading young and old.

Colchester Library is, quite frankly, awesome. There is a huge selection of books and videos in all…read moregenres, and staff are always on hand to offer advice or guidance in finding books. The computer system is brilliant, as it not only tell you which books are in stick but where in the library to find them You can also book computers to surf the internet, which is brilliant if your home computer gives up the ghost at the critical stage in a project or similar. In all, the best library in the Colchester area and highly recommended for readers of all ages.

The library is excellent for all ages. You can spend hours in there researching your family…read morehistory, surfing the internet, looking at newspapers even looking for books if you wanted. Never get the feeling of being rushed by the staff, always very helpful

I have been an active member of Highgate Library since January 1991…read more And that was when, Margaret Thatcher was still the British Prime Minister. I only live around the corner from this Camden library branch, which is Holly Lodge. And even up to this day, I will always use the services at Highgate Library, for hiring out DVDs, PC printing and the photo copy machine. And I even reserve books and DVD from Highgate Library. Highgate Library is literally right next door to Highgate Cemetery, the place of Karl Marx's tomb.

Great library just outside the town centre in Southend. Set over several floors it has large…read morefiction and reference sections plus a separate area where you can use computers and the internet. There is also an children's area with books and decorations. It never seems to be very busy so it is nice and quiet and pleasant to browse for books to read in there. They also have DVDs, videos and CDs for loan as well as a quite large comic book/grahic novel section. The staff are helpful. Also there are often displays of art by local artists, which adds interest.

A magnificent and historic library - a wonderful place for scholars and other bookish people.read more

A fantastic jewel of an institution. I research at Tyndale House most Wednesdays and benefit from…read morethe world class library and an atmosphere that is exceptionally conducive to focused study. Coffee breaks are at 11 and 4 and one occasionally bumps into well known scholars visiting or on their sabbaticals. Please do confirm with the library before turning up.