What's on at your library

Library notices

All Thurrock libraries will be closed on Monday 6 May (Early May bank holiday) and Monday 27 May (Spring bank holiday). Libraries will be open at their usual times on all other days in May.

Social groups

Thurrock libraries are social spaces for all. You can enjoy our social spaces with others by joining the groups listed below.

Library Friends

Library Friends connects people by starting conversations about our love of reading, culture and new ideas. It's a great way to meet new people, make friends and have fun.

Library Days Times
Aveley library Thursdays 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Belhus library – The Elderflowers Tuesdays, fortnightly 2:30pm to 3:30pm
East Tilbury library – over 60s Tuesdays 2pm to 4pm
Grays library Mondays 5:45pm to 6:45pm

If you're interested in joining a Library Friends group or could volunteer to run a group, or just want to find out more, contact us below.

Library events

: library.events@thurrock.gov.uk

Club in the Hub

'Club in the Hub' is a group where you can relax with others in a free and supportive social space.

You can chat over a cuppa, have a laugh and share stories. It's a great way to meet new people, make friends and have fun.

Club in the Hub meets in person at the times listed below. There's a small charge for refreshments. You can drop-in or contact the library for more information.

Library Days Times
Belhus library Wednesdays 2pm to 4pm