Contact or visit the library
Walk-in access to the main library and computer room is available to our Members during the times stated on this page.
You can find us at the prestigious Grade II* listed Burlington House in Piccadilly, London.
On this page:
Library calendar
Please note, due to decorating works between Monday 30 March and Tuesday 7 April, access to the Library and Computer Room may be via the lift only. Please check with Reception upon arrival.
Library & café area | Computer room | |
Easter Monday | Closed | Closed |
Tuesday 7 April | 9:00 to 17:00 | 9:00 to 17:00 |
Wednesday 8 April | Closed | 9:00 to 17:00 |
Thursday 9 April | 1:00 to 17:00 | 9:00 to 17:00 |
Friday 10 April | 9:00 to 17:00 | 9:00 to 17:00 |
Main Library | Computer room | |
Monday 13 April | 9:00 to 17:00 | 9:00 to 17:00 |
Tuesday 14 April | 9:00 to 17:00 | 9:00 to 17:00 |
Wednesday 15 April | Closed | 9:00 to 17:00 |
Thursday 16 April | Closed | 9:00 to 17:00 |
Friday 17 April | 10:00 to 17:00 | 9:00 to 17:00 |
What you will find on site
- Free wi-fi: please ask at reception for details
- Free tea, coffee, and water: available from the waiting area next to reception
- Book loans: please refer to the for details
- Computer room: a space for work and study, including access to two desktop computers for viewing information on the chemical sciences
- Copying and printing: a photocopier/printer is available outside the computer room (fair usage applies)
The services provided by the library are mostly only for members of the ·¬ºÅ¿âapp but if you are not a member, we may still be able to assist. Please get in touch using the contact details below.
Our library resources
Our library catalogue
Search through the physical and digital resources available from the library.
Our Digital Collection
Third-party resources accessed by signing into the Members’ Area.
Our Historical Collection
A digital archive of over 3,000 historical books, letters and journals.
Make an enquiry
Contact the library at Burlington House
We're here to help. Get in touch with any enquiries about our library including:
- access to, or information about, the collections
- the Historical Collection
- biographical and genealogical enquiries
- borrowing or donating books
We aim to respond within two working days.
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7440 3373
Find us at:
Burlington House, Piccadilly, London, W1J 0BA
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