Can I use the British Library on a personal device?
The Library provides Readers with access to a small number of our electronic resources on personal devices. These resources are made available subject to our terms and conditions and the British Library does not guarantee the availability of these resources. UK copyright and intellectual property law applies when you use these resources.
Can I access library resources outside of the reading rooms?
A small number of Library subscribed resources are available to Readers outside of our Reading Rooms. Readers can access these with our Remote Eresources service. Some of our CD-ROM resources are only available from a standalone computer terminal in one of the Library's Reading Rooms.
What is British Library on demand?
British Library On Demand is the improved document supply service from. the British Library. We scan and send chapters and articles from our collections so you can have them. when and where you need them and we provide access to vast stores of digital content. Search and order from over 42 million items right now or find out more about what.
Do I need to come to the library to use resources?
You need to come to the Library to use most of these resources. You need to use the PCs in our Reading Rooms to view most of our electronic resources. You need a Reader Pass to enter our Reading Rooms. A small number of resources can be accessed on a personal device . Some resources are unavailable in our Yorkshire Reading Room.
Can you access British Library online?
Items you can view online include, but are not limited to: books, manuscripts, maps, scores, journals, research datasets, thesis and databases (indexing, abstracting and full text databases).
Who can access British Library?
Anyone over the age of 18 who wants to access our collection or Reading Rooms, and can visit the Library in person, can apply for a Reader Pass. Our users include academic researchers, undergraduate and postgraduate students and members of the public.
Can the public visit the British Library?
Everyone is welcome to visit our exhibition galleries and public spaces. To use the Reading Rooms at St Pancras and Boston Spa you will need to register for a Reader Pass.
Does the British Library have computers?
We collect thousands of electronic journals, books and websites and hundreds of databases. You need to come to the Library to use most of these resources. You need to use the PCs in our Reading Rooms to view most of our electronic resources.
Do you need a membership to go to the British Library?
Become a Reader for free access to our Reading Rooms. Become a Member to enjoy free entry to exhibitions as well as free tickets and priority booking to our lively programme of talks and performances.
Do you need a membership to enter the British Library?
We're open to everyone, wherever you are Explore via the Discover & Learn part of our website.
Can you read books in the British Library?
You will need to register for our On Demand service. Readers can order printed items to view in our Reading Rooms. We recommend that you use the catalolgue to order items in advance of your visit and use My Reading Room Requests to check the status of your order before you visit.
How much is it to visit the British Library?
freeThere Are Treasures To Explore Admission to the Treasures of the British Library room in the Sir John Ritblat Gallery is always free, and it's open 7 days a week.
How long should I spend at the British Library?
I suggest allowing at least three hours and taking a 15-minute break halfway through if the crowds are big (and the press is unpleasant). Go early to reduce crowd size, but go online first to their website to confirm when they open the day you plan to visit.
Can you use a laptop in the British Library?
4.3 Readers may take one small bag into a Reading Room together with one clear plastic bag for a laptop computer and/or other non-Prohibited Items. Clear plastic bags are available from the Library on request. Readers must not take any bag larger than 29 x 21 x 10cm into the Reading Rooms.
Where can I access a computer for free?
At the library: Not only can you get a good Wi-Fi connection, you can typically access decent computers for free at your local library. Public libraries are also available in most every community, so if you are traveling, inquire about their guest policies.
Does the British Library have WiFi?
WiFi at the British Library WiFi is available in all Reading Rooms and, in London, in all public areas including the café on the piazza. Eduroam is also available at the Library. To use our WiFi you must have a British Library Online Account.
Can I take books out of the British Library?
How to use the British Library Reading Rooms. We're a bit different to your local library. You can't take the books out, but you can order any of our 170 million collection items to see in one of our Reading Rooms in London and Yorkshire. All you need is a Reader Pass.
Can I study in the British Library?
Students in Higher Education can use the British Library in a number of ways – from accessing our collections in the reading rooms or looking for inspiration for fashion projects, to joining our MOOCs or MA Courses run in partnership with universities across the UK.
How do I access the British Library manuscripts?
Getting the letter to the Library We recommend that you bring the letter with you to the relevant Reading Room (Manuscripts or Asian and African Studies) in our main building at St Pancras and show it to the member of staff on duty at the Reference Enquiry Desk before placing an order.
How do I get a library card UK?
Join at the library Pop along to your local library where you will be given membership and your library card. You will need to bring some identification with your name and address on it, such as a driving licence, bank statement or recent utility bill. Please note: You can't join the library over the phone.
Electronic resources
We collect thousands of electronic journals, books and websites and hundreds of databases. You need to come to the Library to use most of these resources.
Remote access
A small number of Library subscribed resources are available to Readers outside of our Reading Rooms. Readers can access these with our Remote Eresources service.
CD-ROM resources
Some of our CD-ROM resources are only available from a standalone computer terminal in one of the Library's Reading Rooms. For the location of the computer terminal, refer to the resource description.
Terms & Conditions for downloading Business & IP resources
Most of the Business & IP resources allow you to download and email of some of their content.
Why does Safari appear not to recognise the Remote Eresrouces website's security certificate?
The certificate we are using for our website is valid for Safari. If you choose to continue to the website you can access the remote resources.
Why do I have to login to access these resources?
The terms of our licences mean we can only provide access to authorised users; by logging in , you are proving you are a current British Library Reader, and can therefore access the resource.
When will I be able to access other electronic resources on my own device?
We can only enable access to a resource if the publisher licence permits it . We have hundreds of resources; it will take some time to transfer access to the new model, and we are unable to specify when a particular resource will become available on your personal device.
Will I be able to access non-print legal deposit (NPLD) content on my own device?
No. Access to Non-Print Legal Deposit (NPLD) content is subject to legislation, rather than licensing agreements. Currently that legislation restricts access to a single user at a time in each legal deposit library, and so access has to be managed very closely via software expressly used for that purpose.
Why are logs anonymized?
Logs are anonymised for normal purposes such as usage analysis and fault finding, but authorised staff will be able to track an individual Reader's usage in specific circumstances , for example, a breach of the Library’s Terms of Use. Usage data is retained in line with the Library’s Privacy Policy.
What is remote erasources?
The Remote Eresources service gives access to information provided by other organisations. The British Library has no control over this content and availability. The British Library does not assume liability for content made available by third parties.
Is there a numerical limit to what constitutes substantial?
There are no fixed numerical limits as what constitutes substantial. It will be determined by Readex on a case-by-case basis taking into account a number of factors. These will include: the number of documents that a user may require for a particular search/research project. patterns of downloading.
What time does Bl.UK have a chat?
Contact us. If you have any queries contact our Customer Service Department: Quick chat: Quick Chat is available Monday to Friday: 09.30 – 15:00. e-mail: customer-services@bl.uk. phone: You can contact our Customer Services Team by telephone on +44 (0)1937 546060 during the hours of 09.00 – 16.00, Monday to Friday.
What is on demand in the British Library?
On Demand is the document Supply Service from the British Library. We scan and send chapters and articles from our collections so you can have them when and where you need them and we provide access to vast stores of digital content.
What is British Periodicals Collection I?
British Periodicals, Collections I & II. British Periodicals provides access to the searchable full text of hundreds of periodicals from the late 17th century to the early 20th century . Topics covered include literature, music, art, drama, archaeology and architecture. British Periodicals Collection I contains more than 160 journals ...
How many backfiles are there in the journal?
This is a subset of 80 full-text journal backfiles in the arts, humanities and social sciences from the Periodicals Archive Online collection, dating from 1891 to 2000.
What is the Isis database?
This searchable database integrates four bibliographic indexes: the Isis Current Bibliography of the History of Science, the Current Bibliography in the History of Technology, the Bibliografia Italiana di Storia della Scienza and the library at Wellcome Collection to create the definitive international database for the history of science, technology and medicine. Coverage is from 1975 onwards.
How many journals are there in Brill?
The Brill Journal Archive Online provides access to more than 80 journals published by Brill before 2000. The collection has content relevant to biology, the humanities, human rights, international law, science and the social sciences.
What is ACS Legacy?
ACS Legacy Archives. The American Chemical Society (ACS) Legacy Archives provides full text search and instant access to all titles, volumes, issues and articles published by the ACS from 1879 to 1995.
How many titles are there in the Cambridge University Press?
The Cambridge University Press Archive comprises 171 unique titles (plus some additional earlier versions of journals) from 1827 to approximately 1996. Some of the key subject areas covered are history, Asian studies, politics and economics, language, philosophy and religion, medicine and physical sciences.
What do members of the library have access to?
Members of the library have online access to a wide range of databases and collections of e-books and e-journals.
Via a library
Many public, university, and institutional libraries across the world subscribe to the OED Online, and nearly all public libraries in England, Scotland, and Wales subscribe. This means you can access the dictionary, free, via your local library. Please speak to your librarian to find out whether your library subscribes.
Via Athens
If your institution uses Eduserv’s Athens service, follow the link to sign in via your institution to reach your Athens sign in area.
Via Shibboleth
If your institution uses Shibboleth to access its resources, follow the link to sign in via your institution, select your institution from the dropdown list, and then enter your details within your institution’s sign in area.
If you are a student
If you are unable to access the OED at this time, please contact your librarian for instructions.
If you are a librarian
Librarians in the US, please contact online@oup.com if you have not already set up remote authentification.
