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The British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom and one of the largest libraries in the world. We are open to everyone and you can study in the Library for free, access our collections …
The British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom and one of the largest libraries in the world. We are open to everyone and you can study in the Library for free, access our collections (with a Reader pass) or visit our building and exhibitions. We have many books, but we also have so much more - newspapers, sound recordings, patents, prints and drawings, maps and manuscripts. The Library is also home to some of the world’s most exciting, beautiful and significant books, maps and manuscripts. From the Magna Carta and Shakespeare to Florence Nightingale and Gandhi. Visit our website to find out more.
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Aug 4, 2024
A beautiful place to go and being Sunday so much quieter than a week day. Some lovely interesting books on display showing world religions and their texts all beautiful in their own ways. Interesing … Full review by Scowp
Jul 30, 2024
The British Library is one of the most important buildings in the entire British Isles, such is the invaluable role it plays in what is left of British society. They, to quote them directly, "build,… Full review by Escape08168903211
Jul 28, 2024
Cannot believe this was my first visit to this library. Wonderful building with do much going on inside. Apart from using it as a library, there are also exhibitions and other events. Saw Beyond the … Full review by AmbridgeGirl