Founded in 1841, The London Library is one of the world’s leading literary institutions. We house a collection of around one million volumes, making us a home for everyone who loves the …

Members have access to around 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 …

Inside The Library The London Library is one of the world's great lending libraries, with an amazing collection of around 1 million books, and an equally extraordinary history.

Membership of The London Library includes 24/7 access to Catalyst, our online catalogue, and to electronic resources both inside and outside the Library via our website.

As a London Library member you’ll be able to use the full digital archives of The Times, The Sunday Times, The Guardian, and The Observer, plus the extensive British Newspaper …

While at the Library, if you notice something that is not in keeping with the Library's best practices, please speak directly to a member of staff at the Issue Hall desk.

Highlights of the collection include complete runs of the Victoria County History, The Survey of London, The Royal Commission on Ancient Monuments, The Hakluyt Society and Pevsner’s …

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 …

The Library initially rented cheap premises in 45 Pall Mall (above a former Georgian gambling den) before moving to its more familiar location in St James’s Square five years later.

Members have access to around 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 …