Stock Library
Stock Library is situated at the junction of Swan Lane and The High Street in the building which originally contained the first Telephone Exchange.
OPENING TIMES
Tuesday 14.00 18.00
Thursday 9.00 12.00 14.00 18.00
Saturday 9.00 12.00
Books
The library may be small (the smallest in Essex) but it gives you access to all the books on the Essex County Council Library Catalogue - thousands of books for education, research and entertainment. We have a regularly updated selection of fiction and non-fiction books for adults and children. But if the book you need isn't on our shelves we can order it for you from any library in the county and have it delivered here for you to collect.
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Ordering and Returns
Ordering books and videos costs £1 per item and, depending on availability, can be with you in as little as a week. Children under 16 can order children's books without charge.
If you want to renew your books you can call in to the Library or phone us during opening hours on
01277 840429. You will need to have your library ticket handy. Books and videos borrowed from any library in the county can be returned here for forwarding at no extra charge.
Reference
The library has a wide range of reference materials, information on activities in and around Stock, and holds the Stock Village Diary, where events can be listed to avoid clashes.
PHONE / FAX Stock Library Map
01277 840429 Essex Libraries Web Site
we constantly run children's events - the next being design an egg for Easter, winner wins the Easter egg, entry forms in the library. During the summer months children can participate in the Big Summer Read Event here.
Videos
We also stock videos, and can order most films for you if we don't have the one you want. You can hire a feature film for £2.50 a week, a children's video for £1.50 a week, or a factual or information video for just £1
DVD
There is now a small selection of DVDs available
Computers and the Internet
We have two computers for public use. One offers free internet access and free emails, and staff are usually available to offer help and guidance if you need it. The second computer gives you access to encyclopedias, the Libraries catalogue and a computer taster programme called 'Computers Don't Bite'.
Joining the Library
Becoming a member of the library is easy, quick and free. You will need to bring some identification - one item showing your signature and one your address. In normal circumstances your card will be issued immediately.