Grays Library open.
Grays Library is open today but the Cromwell Road entrance is currently closed. Access is via the main entrance in Orsett road. The Library may be slightly colder than usual as we carry out the remaining repairs to the heating.
Library fees and charges
Library space and room hire charges
You can hire rooms in many of our libraries. The list of rooms and their capacity are listed here. You can also hire spaces for tutoring. Contact your local library for details.
Library spaces for tutoring during opening hours
| Tutoring type | Charge per hour |
|---|---|
| Home education | Free, if space is available |
| Private tuition | £5 per hour |
| Private tuition rate for schools and council services | £2.50 per hour |
Hire of Rooms - Capacity and Cost
| Premises Hire 2025/26 | Under 5 | 5-10 | 11-20 | 21-30 | 31-40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Rate | £10.00 | £20.00 | £25.00 | £30.00 | £40.00 |
| General Public Rate | £9 | £18 | £22.50 | £27.00 | £36.00 |
| Statutory Rate | £7.50 | £15.00 | £18.75 | £22.50 | £30.00 |
| Voluntary Rate | £5.00 | £10.00 | £12.50 | £15.00 | £20.00 |
Hire of Library Building
| With Registered Volunteer Keyholder | With Staff Keyholder | Hire of Hall At Aveley Library | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Rate | N/A | £50.00 | £45.00 |
| General Public Rate | N/A | N/A | £40.50 |
| Statutory Rate | £30.00 | £50.00 | £33.75 |
| Voluntary Rate | £25.00 | £50.00 | £22.50 |
| Categories | Charging Policy |
|---|---|
| Commercial | Full Rate |
| General Public | 90% of Full Rate |
| Statutory | 75% of Full Rate |
| Voluntary | 50% of Full Rate |