What is a supported membership of London Library?
Members or prospective members unable to meet the full annual fee of London Library membership may be eligible for Supported membership which will normally cover 30% or, in exceptional cases 60% of the annual subscription. Supported members enjoy all of the benefits of full membership.
Why become a member of the library club?
Members have access to over a million books and periodicals, a superb online offering and an unforgettable building in beautiful St. James's Square. 7,500 members, including some of the most familiar names in the literary world, find the Library’s resources invaluable. We would love you to join them...
How do I contact the London Library?
If you have any questions please contact Membership on 020 7766 4720 or membership@londonlibrary.co.uk . We hope to welcome you to the Library soon!
What do I need to join a UK library?
UK residents requiring temporary membership can join for the duration of their stay (minimum three weeks) by showing proof of a temporary address and identification. To join one of our libraries you need to show proof of who you are and where you live. Two documents are required, one from each list.
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How much does it cost to join the London Library?
The Library's 178th AGM took place on Monday, 4 November, and agreed the trustees' proposal to increase the ordinary annual fee by £5 from £535 (£44.58 per month) to £540 (£45 per month) in 2020.
Can anyone use the London Library?
I am a member of the Library. Can I bring a visitor with me? Members are welcome to introduce prospective members to the Library, or to bring a visitor for a short tour of the Library. For fire and security purposes all visitors must sign in at Reception and must remain with the member at all times.
How do you become a member of the London public Library?
We are able to offer Prospective Member Tours if you book in advance by contacting reception@londonlibrary.co.uk. If you have any questions please contact Membership on 020 7766 4720 or membership@londonlibrary.co.uk. We hope to welcome you to the Library soon!
Can anyone join the British Library?
We're open to everyone, wherever you are.
Can you enter the British Library for free?
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.
Can you study in the London Library?
The London Library The building, which overlooks St. James's Square, has majestic book stacks and lovely spaces where members of the library can study or relax in. There are more than one million books dating back from the 1700s to nowadays, exposed beautifully on the 17 miles of shelving.
Which libraries are free in London?
Barbican Library If you want to take out resources from the library, you'll need to either work or live in the City of London – but all members of the public are free to use the facilities.
Can I 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).
Can you read books online British Library?
Available online for content including e-books, e-journals, and databases from the collection that are free to access and can be viewed wherever you are.
Where can I study in London for free?
Bishopsgate Library It is completely open to the public with free WiFi, so you can access any of your usual online study resources. They also have free newspapers for you to catch up on all of the local and national news. This is the perfect place for some silent time alone, even if it's for an hour at lunchtime.
Does England have public libraries?
Since 2010, hundreds of local libraries have been handed over from councils to be run by the local community. One estimate is that 500 of the UK's 3,850 libraries are now being run by local volunteers.
Can you print at the London Library?
If your laptop is connected to the library Wi-Fi you are able to access the wireless printing service. Simply navigate to this page and login with your email and membership number, select submit job to upload your documents, and then select the printer you wish to print to.
Can I join any Library in Scotland?
Anyone can join the National Library of Scotland.
What are Library etiquettes?
Keep your conversations to a minimum. Please remember the Library is a quiet study space. Please silence cell phones and do not make receive calls until you are outside of the library. Please keep tables clear for other students and staff that come in.
How much does London Library cover?
Members or prospective members unable to meet the full annual fee of London Library membership may be eligible for Supported membership which will normally cover 30% or, in exceptional cases 60% of the annual subscription.
What time does the library open on Mondays?
Mondays and Tuesdays: 5.00pm-9.00pm. Wednesdays: 5.00pm-5.30pm or 5.00pm-9.00pm when events in the Reading Room are compatible with maintaining member access to other parts of the Library. Thursdays and Fridays: 5.00pm-5.30pm. Saturdays: 9.30am-5.30pm.
What is the London Library?
Benefits of joining The London Library. Founded in 1841 The London Library is one of the world’s great lending libraries. An extraordinary history, a vast borrowing collection and an outstanding building make this a unique place to read, to write and to be inspired.
How long does a library tour take?
The tours take about 15 minutes and are a chance to find out more about your membership, to get an overview of the main facilities and working areas of the Library, and to learn about the scope of the collection. Our Member Services team will be on hand to answer specific questions you may have. Please note that tours must be booked 24 hours in advance.
What are the benefits of joining the London Library?
Founded in 1841 The London Library is one of the world’s great lending libraries. An extraordinary history, a vast borrowing collection and an outstanding building make this a unique place to read, to write and to be inspired.
How many spaces are there in the library?
Full access to the Library building during open hours (6 days a week and at least 2 late evenings until 9pm) More than 150 spaces to read or work including four reading rooms or a choice of individual study spaces. Voting and AGM attendance helping to shape the Library.
Schools' Membership
Membership of The London Library is an ideal way of supplementing your own school library provision and providing your students with inspiration, additional resources and a competitive advantage, especially for those undertaking individual research based projects or the EPQ.
Become a member of The London Library
Members have access to over a million books and periodicals, a superb online offering and an unforgettable building in beautiful St. James's Square. 7,500 members, including some of the most familiar names in the literary world, find the Library’s resources invaluable. We would love you to join them...
