British Library Free

Euston

Location

British Library

Address
96 Euston Road
London
NW1 2DB
Telephone:
+44 (0)19 3754 6060
Email
[email protected]
Public transport:
Euston or King's Cross

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About

The British Library is the UK's national library. It's home to over 170 million collection items covering every age of written civilisation, from Magna Carta, to Jane Austen's notebooks, to lyrics handwritten by the Beatles. The Library is currently closed, but we're always open online with digital events, collections and exhibitions that you can explore wherever you are.

Every year the British Library hosts a range of free and ticketed exhibitions. All year round, you can visit the Treasures Gallery - 'the holy grail for history buffs' (Time Out). Discover iconic items such as Leonardo da Vinci's manuscripts and letters by Ada Lovelace. Or visit the Sound Gallery, a free immersive experience where you can listen to some of the 7 million sounds in the Library's collection, handpicked by curators. In 2022, embark on an epic journey exploring legacies that turned to legend in our major new exhibition, Alexander the Great: The Making of a Myth. Or join us to celebrate the history and impact of Chinese communities in the UK at our free exhibition Chinese and British, open from 18 November 2022 - 23 April 2023.

The Library also hosts a lively, ever-changing programme of talks, courses, Lates and family events inspired by both its exhibitions and diverse collection. Top off your visit by stopping for a bite to eat in one of the cafes or the restaurant. And pick up the perfect keepsake at the Shop, stocked with gifts for the curious and literary minded.

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Access Inside Building Facilities
Accessible lift
All routes suitable for pushchairs or prams
All routes suitable for wheelchair users
Effective lighting throughout for visually impaired users
Lift buttons with raised numbers or letters
Lift with spoken announcements on arrival at each floor
Ramps with handrail within building
Ramps within building
Seating for limited mobility users along routes
Some routes suitable for limited mobility users
Some routes suitable for wheelchair users
Steps with handrail within building
Steps within building
Wheelchair spaces available in auditorium
Access into the Building
Assisted wheelchair access
Automatic doors
Full, non-assisted wheelchair access
Ramps with handrails to entrance
Steps with handrails to entrance
Temporary ramps available
Accessible Bathroom Facilities
Designated wheelchair accessible public toilet
Some toilets with handrails
Accessible Communication Facilities
Audible alarm system
Clear signage (colour contrast, large letters or pictograms)
Films or information touch screens have visual/audible subtitles
Hearing loop system
Information available in audio format
Information available in braille
Information available in large print
Menus available in large print
Sign language used
Visual alarm system
Accessible Venue Facilities
Assistance dogs welcome
Emergency evacuation procedures for guests with disabilities
Level access, ramp or lift to dining area
Level access, ramp or lift to restaurant or cafe
Level access, ramp or lift to the bar
Level access, ramp or lift to the shop
Special dietary requirements catered for
Staff disability awareness trained
Additional Accessible Facilities
Accessible baby changing rooms
Level access, ramp or lift from entrance to reception
Level access, ramp or lift to information point
Level access, ramp or lift to ticket issuing point
Low payment counters
Low reception or information counters
Attraction Facilities
Gift shop
Patron toilets
Booking Facilities
Coach parties accepted
Group bookings accepted
Catering Facilities
Bar
Cafe
Halal options on menu
Kosher options on menu
Nut-free option on menu
Outdoor dining / Beer garden
Restaurant
Set price menu
Vegetarian options on menu
Event Facilities
Breakout Rooms
Business centre
Conference rooms / Meeting rooms
In house AV available
Raked or tiered seating offered
Trade vehicle access
Venue allows outside catering
General Facilities
Escalators
Free WiFi
Guest lounge
Lifts
Lockers
Secure cycle storage
Payment Facilities
Free entry