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The Great Britain Guide

Museums · London

British Library Exhibition Space

In or near Covent Garden.

Free admission4.5 · 3,769 Google reviews

British Library Exhibition Space — a museum in england-london, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1.5 h–3 h
Best time of year
Year-round
Nearest railway station
St Pancras International · 0.3 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly

About

British Library Exhibition Space is a museum located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

The British Library is the national library of the UK, offering access to a vast collection of books, manuscripts, and maps. Visitors can explore permanent exhibitions and utilize study spaces, including Reading Rooms, for personal study and research.

Place summary

The British Library Exhibition Space is located in London and serves as a museum dedicated to showcasing significant literary and historical artefacts. It features a range of exhibitions that highlight the national collection, which includes manuscripts, rare books, and other important documents.

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Coordinates
51.5296, -0.1281
District
Camden
Parish
Camden, unparished area
Postcode
NW1 1JJ
Parliamentary constituency
Holborn and St Pancras
Phone
+44 1937546546
Nearest railway station
St Pancras International0.3 km
Opening
Jan-Dec: Mo, We-Fr 10:00-18:00; Jan-Dec: Tu 10:00-20:00; Sa 11:00-17:00; Su, PH off
Official site
www.bl.uk

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Frequently asked questions

Where is British Library Exhibition Space?
British Library Exhibition Space is in London, United Kingdom (postcode NW1 1JJ), in the parish of Camden, unparished area.
What is British Library Exhibition Space?
British Library Exhibition Space — a museum in england-london, United Kingdom.
How do I get to British Library Exhibition Space?
The nearest railway station is St Pancras International, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode NW1 1JJ.
How do I get to British Library Exhibition Space?
The nearest railway station is St Pancras International, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NW1 1JJ.