Visiting the Library
Library Closed 19 - 23 August
The Library will be closed to all visitors from 19 - 23 August, and it may take us longer to respond to email enquiries. This is to allow Library staff to carry out some essential stock moves / housekeeping with the collections. The Lower Library will be available should Fellows require a space to work. We thank you in advance for your patience and apologise for any inconvenience caused.
We are open Tuesday-Thursday, 10am-5pm
The Library is located in Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1J 0BG
Burlington House is open Tuesday-Thursday, 10am-5pm. It is not necessary for members to make an appointment, however if making a special trip or if there is specific material you require we recommend letting us know you are coming in advance. Non-members and Archive visitors must make an appointment.
Please email [email protected]. Find out more about visiting the Library
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Comfortable and quiet study space
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Extensive collections for browsing
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Scanning and copying facilities
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Who can visit the Library?
Geological Society Members:
Members of the following organisations (proof of membership required):
- Courtyard Societies (Linnean Society, Royal Academy of Arts, Royal Astronomical Society, Royal Society of Chemistry, Society of Antiquaries)
- AAPG
- PESGB
- Geological Association of Canada
- Geological Society of America
- Institute of Geologists of Ireland
- Institution of Materials Mining and Metallurgy
- Mineralogical Society of Great Britain and Ireland
Non-members
The Library's collections can be consulted by non-members for a charge of £25 per day (£15 after 1pm). Concessions (Students/Retired/Unwaged): £10.00. Please email [email protected] for more information.
Become a Friend of the Society for £50 a year and enjoy unlimited access to the Library - find out more
Using the Archives
The Archivist is available to welcome researchers who wish to consult the archive collections, including non-members (free of charge). Please email [email protected] for further details.
Visiting the William Smith map
William Smith's 1815 geological map is displayed in the Society's entrance hall and can be viewed Tuesday-Thursday, 9.30am-5pm. Please enquire at Reception. No appointment is necessary. Find out more