Membership options
Discover the home of literary inspiration, with membership options designed to support your reading, writing and research - whether you visit regularly, occasionally, or remotely.
With study spaces each having their own unique character, over one million books, and online resources including JSTOR and thousands of e-resources, The London Library offers flexible ways to access a world of inspiration.
Membership options vary from part-time to full-time hours, with flexible options available to suit your needs.
Membership options
Monthly Library membership is a one-year renewable contract
Full
Monthly Direct Debit
By Direct Debit saving £65
Off-peak
Monthly Direct Debit
By Direct Debit saving £50
Remote
Monthly Direct Debit
By Direct Debit saving £50
Young Person
Monthly Direct Debit
By Direct Debit saving £33
Partner
Monthly Direct Debit
By Direct Debit saving £33
More options
Institutional
Member benefits
| Features | Full | Off-peak | Remote | Young Person |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited Library building access | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Print & online collection including JSTOR | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Five reading rooms, 160 desks | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Browse and borrow open shelves | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Special-interest member groups | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Exclusive member events | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Price* | £590/yr | £375/yr | £265/yr | £295/yr |
| Purchase | Full | Off-peak | Remote | Young Person |
Which membership is right for me?
Predicted visits per month
Visiting times
Location
Age
Salary range
Full
Monthly Direct Debit
By Direct Debit saving £65
Off-peak
Monthly Direct Debit
By Direct Debit saving £50
Remote
Monthly Direct Debit
By Direct Debit saving £50
Young Person
Monthly Direct Debit
By Direct Debit saving £33
The home of literary inspiration
There are many ways to experience The London Library before becoming a member
Purchase a day pass
Book a public tour
Attend an event
