Aimee from Grays Library (reception desk -1st floor) is very helpful and knowledgeable. She…read moreprovided help with my printing and computer issues when asked on today's visit (26/6/2023. 7 stars

This libary is great and caters for all tastes, from fiction on the ground floor to reference on…read morethe first and second floor as well as internet facilities and a newspaper archive

I tried to join this gym a few weeks ago. There was limited information available in the foyer &…read morewhen I approached the reception / information desk, a rather rude employee grunted & then pointed at the rack of leaflets I had just looked at, after explaining that the information was not there, the member of staff muttered somthing & walked away. I waited for about 5 mins but no one returned so I left!

I attend quite few classes at Blackshots and I find the staff there very friendly and the classes…read morewell equipped. The instructors Wendy, Helen and Roy aka as oh God by the time you have finished one of his classes are brilliant and keep you well motivated. There are not many people who can get me out of bed for a class at 9.30 in the morning but Wendy and Helen do a fantasic job especially on the weekends. Try it you won't regret it!!

If you are a book worm and love the warm inviting smell of old books lining wooded shelves you have…read moreto visit the Rochester library ..it looks ancient within and so so inviting with nice comfy seats scattered everywhere within the 3-4 rooms where the books live. The lighting is mellow and I can absolutely lose contact with the world sitting with a book inside this library. They have a very good collection of multi-cultural books and dvd's. The laibrarians like the libaray are soft spoken and helpful and do a good job of keeping the library thus well maintained.

Central Library (or Bexleyheath Library as it is more commonly referred to) is the main library…read moreserving the Bexley Borough area. It is the biggest and has the most comprehensive collection of facilities. These include a large variety of books covering all genres to borrow. There are also extensive free to use IT facilities and internet access. It is an ideal place for school children or college students to study and work or for those without web access at home to log on and check emails. I used the facilities recently to browse through the university prospectuses which were upstairs and sat in their quiet zone to help a friend select a course. The quiet zone was a good place to concentrate and the nature of the zone was well respected by all who used it. DVDs and local history archives are other among the many other things on offer at Central Library which has become an important part of Bexleyheath life as activities such as reading groups, guest speakers and children's activity sessions are offered. The DVD and CD hire is a good way of entertaining yourself on a budget as the rental costs are a significantly lower than those at places such as Blockbuster although the titles are not always as recent or as well stocked as rental shops. The library can get busy at times and although I have never experienced it being cramped, you may have to occasionally wait for a member of staff if you need help. The staff are always cheerful and enthusiastic as well as helpful when it comes to locating items. Getting to the library is easy as it is near the Broadway where almost every bus in Bexleyheath stops. Parking in The Mall or in local pay and displays are available too. Be cautious of parking wardens as they patrol the area regularly.

This is a very friendly library for kids, who will enjoy the fun activities available in the…read morelibrary especially during the school holidays, they can also have access to computers, which they will enjoy using. The book range is good, staff are helpful and kid friendly. The library is well lit and modern. Parking is available via Broadways parking areas, DO NOT try and park on the road as Traffic wardens appear as if by magic ticket you and disappear again!!. The location of library is VERY GOOD, the cinema is nearby as is a range of shopping facilities. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

This is one of the biggest libraries in Medway and is housed in an ancient huge building on the…read morebanks of the river Medway. This library has a huge collection of books of every type..specially appealing to some are the books in languages other than english ..like bengali, hindi, urdu, punjabi, chinese etc This library has a good collection of dvd's in different languages too and has a referal section too. There is a small brightly decorated kid's section too and a number of computers for users. The most notable feature however is the introduction of self -checkout systems that were installed last year and does cut down the waiting time for getting your books being stamped.

Typical village library, ideally located within easy reach of local amenities. Stocked with the…read morebasics, although geared more towards the older residents of the village, with the ability to order in items on request from other libraries at a charge. There are computer facilities available but no facilities for in library study which would be beneficial.

Ightham Mote (pronounced 'Eye-tum Moat') is one of my favourite spots to take friends and visitors…read more The setting, on a hot summer's day, is just perfect: you approach through a lovely, quiet valley (astonishingly so, given how close you are to London), and suddenly, there is a beautiful 14th Century Manor-House, set in a wide moat, surrounded by delightful gardens. The house itself dates from 1320, with additions dating to around the early 1500's. Set around an internal courtyard, features include the original 14th century Great Hall, Old Chapel, Crypt, and a Tudor chapel with a painted ceiling, with motifs reflecting the marriage of Catherine of Aragon to Henry VIII. The house features classic overhanging Tudor wooden-framed walls. The gardens are small but delightful, but the parkland around is very extensive (over 500 acres - 200 hectares). There are both cycle-ways and marked foot-paths around the estate for the more energetic visitor. Being owned by the National Trust, there is an excellent small shop and cafe, with details on accessibility on its web-site.

This is a charming historical building and gardens. Dating back to the 13th century, it reflects…read morethe layers of renovation over the ages all on top of the original 'bones'. It also has a wonderful feel to it of a house someone really lived in, as opposed to a cold museum. Oh, and be sure not to miss the painting of the house and moat by Winston Churchill in the library! The gardens are also lovely, small scale, with some very pretty topiary. All this is set into the background of the moat, which provides a cool feel on a warm summer day. The cafe is also nicely run with a good selection of fresh items for lunch or snack. All in all, a very worthwhile stop!!

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

Good size library, with drinks and accessories available for purchase. Popular with the school…read morechildren after school. Small car park but plenty of car parking nearby as well. You can take out 13 books at a time, which seems a strange number and dvds etc can be hired as well.

This library is situated on the top of Townley road, opposite Burger King in the shopping mall. It…read moreis a really big library which is well presented from the front. Inside it is a good layout, with a really big reception desk to one side and on the other some book shelves with popular books and some computers for quick use. If you go around there is clearly categorised loads of books. There is a section with computers that are for long use. There is also an upstairs, to study. There are comfy chairs and a range of papers to choose from if you wanted to go in there and get away from things in a good book.