The Special Collections room (Colchester) is on the 1st floor of the library (north side). Items in Special Collections are reference only and available to view by appointment.

Our Special Collections Reading Room is open Tuesday to Friday with appointments from 9-12 or 1-4pm The Reading Room closes 12-1 for lunch. For appointments, scanning requests (limited service) and any enquiries, please email libline@essex.ac.uk.

For more information please visit the Special Collections page or contact us.