The London Library will be closed throughout the Easter Bank Holiday period:
Friday 29 March - Closed
Saturday 30 March - Closed
Sunday 31 March - Closed
Monday 1 April - Closed
Normal hours will resume on Tuesday 2 April 2024
Catalyst and our e-Journals and e-Books resources will be accessible for normal use throughout this holiday period.
Closure periods for the Library can always be found at the opening hours page.
Update: The Internet connection has now been restored. Thank you for your patience.
The Library building is experiencing Internet connection issues. We are hoping it will be resolved soon. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Check back here for updates.
Read more: Update: The Internet connection has now been restored
We're excited to announce our brand new Members Thursday Coffee Morning.
Starting 1 February, join us in the Art Reading Room every Thursday from 10 - 10.45am for a complimentary tea or coffee and the chance to meet fellow members and Library staff. Drop by and kickstart your day in the Library with a caffeine fix on us.
Every Thursday from 1 February 2024, 10-10.45 am, Art Reading Room
No registration necessary. The Art Reading Room will be available to members from 11am. For an alternative study space please speak to a member of staff.
This is a pilot event for members of The London Library. The trial period will last until July 2024. If you wish to share feedback, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The London Library public events programme returns for 2024.
We're jumping into the new year with a jam-packed programme of events. Delve into the seven wonders of the ancient world with Bettany Hughes in January, or join us for Under the Covers live with Ian McEwan in February. We've also got a seriously steamy post-Valentine's performance with Rachel Mars, poetry readings for Ramadan with Deen & Dunya and more. Also, our Art/Lit Salon and London Library Members' Quiz Night are back! Book now to avoid missing out.
More events to be announced soon. Watch this space.
Member discounts available. Browse the events programme.