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.

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.

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.

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.