NewSPAL’s collection is available for hire by any individual or group nationwide. Browsing of the catalogues, whether online or in person at the Library, is free.
We have two catalogues. The Sets catalogue is for drama and music groups wishing to borrow multiple copies of the same item and for orchestral/band sets. The Individual items catalogue holds our extensive range of chamber music, song collections, instrument tutors, full and miniature scores, drama anthologies, and a huge variety of books on the performing arts.
Click on the links below to browse the catalogues.
Sets catalogue (available from 22 August)
Individual items catalogue (available from 22 August)
In order to borrow sets of parts for music and drama you first need to register as a Group User.
In order to borrow sets of parts for music and drama you first need to register as a Group User.
our fees and conditions
There is a one-off Registration Fee for groups of £15.
There is no annual subscription and no reservation fee.
Bookings may be made up to 12 months in advance and must be paid for in full (including any delivery charges if you opt not to collect in person) at least 28 days before collection or delivery.
We will need to verify your identity and address before any lending takes place and will contact you for this purpose.
If you need to cancel your booking for any reason, the following terms will apply:
- Cancellation more than 3 months before the start date of the hire period booked: no charge
- Cancellation 3 calendar months - 1 calendar month before the start date of the hire period: 10% of the value of the booked hire fee
- Cancellation 28 days or less before the start date of the hire period: 1 full month's hire fee
Collection
You can collect in person from Bourne Hall, Spring St, Ewell, KT17 1UF during our opening hours. Materials will be ready for collection on the start date. Please advise us of your expected collection time and date by emailing library@newspal.org.uk
Collection from another library will no longer be available, as NewSPAL is independent of Surrey Library Service.
Delivery
Alternatively we can courier your set(s) to you. Delivery charges incurred will be applied to your account and these will be notified to you before applying them. The start date of your booking is the date on which items are despatched from NewSPAL so please ensure you make an allowance for the time taken for delivery when making your booking.
Please open carefully and return sets in the same packaging. This will ensure secure transport and enable us to save costs (and the environment!) by re-using packaging as much as possible.
Any discrepancies must be notified within 5 working days of receipt.
Please contact us before the due date and we will arrange for a barcoded label to be sent to you with instructions on how to return.
Users will be responsible for returning sets in good condition whether in person or by courier. Please ensure you refer to the Terms and Conditions and remove any pencil marks before return.
Late returns
Charges will be applied for items returned late in accordance with our terms and conditions.
Lost items
Groups will be expected to pay to replace any lost items.
Please contact us at library@newspal.org.uk to discuss any losses before taking any steps to replace them.
Terms & conditions
More detailed terms & conditions can be seen here
Register now (available from 22 August)
Sets hire charges for groups (per month)
Orchestral set (large/standard) £22
Orchestral set (small) £18
Wind band set £18
Vocal score 55p per copy
Small vocal score 45p per copy
Part song 35p per copy
Play set £1 per copy
Orchestral set (small) £18
Wind band set £18
Vocal score 55p per copy
Small vocal score 45p per copy
Part song 35p per copy
Play set £1 per copy
You can borrow the exact number of parts you need for your group, subject to availability.
Indicative postage and packing charges (which may vary according to the size and weight of each package):
Approx £8 per box (up to 15kg in weight) each way. For larger sets, subsequent boxes in the same consignment will be approx £6 each way.
Smaller packages of play sets and part songs will be approx £4.50 - £6, depending on size and weight.
Place an order (available from 22 August)
Approx £8 per box (up to 15kg in weight) each way. For larger sets, subsequent boxes in the same consignment will be approx £6 each way.
Smaller packages of play sets and part songs will be approx £4.50 - £6, depending on size and weight.
Place an order (available from 22 August)
