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London Attractions » London Attractions List » British Library, The   British Library, The | The British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom and one of the world's greatest libraries. Set up in 1973, with galleries formerly in the British Museum building, it moved to its spectacular flagship new home at St Pancras in Central London in 1997. The John Ritblat Gallery: Treasures of the British Library, Pearson Gallery of Living Words and the Workshop of Words, Sound and Images offer permanent displays and a changing programme of special thematic exhibitions. We also have the best permanent display of stamps in the world. The Kings Library, housed in a 17-metre glass-walled tower at the heart of the building, plus a number of major works of art can be seen by all visitors. The Library also offers a wide programme of events - including talks, music and discussions, all developing themes and ideas associated with the collections. |  | Mon, Wed-Fri 0930-1800
Tues 0930-2000
Sat 0930-1700
Sun and English public holidays 1100-1700 |  | Cafeteria and Restaurant |  | Parking for coaches |  | General audio-guide available
Induction loops in exhibition spaces
Induction loops in lecture theatres
Large print information and/or interpretation
Parking for disabled available
Toilets for disabled
Wheelchair access to all public areas
Wheelchairs available for loan |  | Admission free |  | |  | Web site |
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