Keeper of the world’s knowledge, with collections spanning 3000 years of cultural history, this A Grade I listed building offers an iconic destination for you and your guests. Events held at the library can showcase the collections through private exhibition visits, gallery tours and VIP views of collection items with specialist curators.

Not just a library, this venue can host intimate events in our 4th Floor Executive Suite and dinners for up to 120 in the newly refurbished Terrace Restaurant. Our Outdoor Terrace combined with the Terrace Restaurant can host up to 400 for a reception – with a wet weather option of the Kings Gallery.  Further to this, our revamped Knowledge Centre offers a Theatre, seating 255, with 5 unique breakout rooms, all with the option of AV, catering and individual room set up.

With a personal Event Coordinator for your event, meeting, showcase or lecture – the British Library is an unforgettable venue experience.

Centrally located between Euston, St Pancras International and Kings Cross stations it gives your guests easy access and travel options.

Take a walk through the Knowledge Centre at the British Library HERE.

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