Using special collections
Information on accessing our world-class special collections
Reading rooms
Mon-Fri: 9:00-19:00 | Sat: 10:00-16:00 | Sun: Closed
Public areas
Mon-Fri: 8:30-17:00 | Sat: 9:00-17:00 | Sun: 11:00-17:00
We have begun a phased reopening of our libraries. Find out more about accessing our buildings, accessing our services or check our Twitter feed for the latest news.
Information on accessing our world-class special collections
Guidance on collections available for research
Access our unique buildings and collections through tours, exhibitions and events
Monday, 24 August 2020
Tuesday, 28 July 2020
Wednesday, 15 July 2020
Wednesday, 3 June 2020
Tuesday, 19 May 2020
Friday, 18 September 2020
Tuesday, 23 June 2020
Wednesday, 18 March 2020
Friday, 13 March 2020
Friday, 17 January 2020
Wednesday, 11 December 2019
Friday, 6 December 2019
Wednesday, 4 December 2019
Wednesday, 4 December 2019
Monday, 11 November 2019
Wednesday, 23 October 2019
Friday, 11 October 2019
Friday, 27 September 2019
Tuesday, 17 September 2019
Tuesday, 10 September 2019
Monday, 12 August 2019
Thursday, 8 August 2019
Monday, 29 July 2019
Friday, 19 July 2019
Wednesday, 17 July 2019
Friday, 12 July 2019
Monday, 1 July 2019
Thursday, 13 June 2019
Wednesday, 8 May 2019
Wednesday, 24 April 2019
Thursday, 24 September 2020
Tuesday, 15 September 2020
Monday, 10 August 2020
Friday, 10 July 2020
Monday, 6 July 2020
