British Library

96 Euston Rd, London, NW1 2DB -

Up to
255 guests
Internal Catering
allowed

About Venue

Steeped in art, culture, history and located in the heart of London, the British Library is the standout venue for any event.  

Boasting everything from grand auditoriums (perfect for conferences and ceremonies) to small, intimate rooms (ideal for break-out sessions and meetings), the Library can truly be flexible for your event needs. We can accommodate a guest list from 4 up to 255.

Thanks to our partnership with Graysons, we can offer high-quality catering for any event. From coffees and teas to a delicious meal, we’ve got you covered with a range of foods sourced locally and ethically.

For summer parties, take advantage of the sun and book our rooftop terrace. 

For corporate meetings, book our Boardroom suite or a range of our smaller meeting rooms.

For large conferences or ceremonies, enquire about booking the Knowledge Centre which, situated just to the left of the main building, is entirely private.

For grand evenings, opt for one of the Library’s most iconic and breath taking features: the King’s Gallery. With floor to ceiling bookcases filled with some of the most important literary works collected by King George III, this richly historic space will truly make your event unforgettable.

Make an event  worth writing about. Enquire today. 

Number of guests

Start date

End date

My dates are flexible

Select a space:

Chaucer Room

Pigott Theatre

Dickens Room

Bronte Room

Kings Library Gallery

Boardroom Suite

Eliot Room

Terrace Restaurant

Capacity & Layout

Standing

up to 68

Dining

up to 120

Theatre

up to 255

Boardroom

up to 32

Cabaret

up to 36

Classroom

up to 24

Food & Beverage

Catering arrangements

Refreshments

Alcohol

Facilities & Amenities

Cloakroom

Disabled access

Air conditioning

Lectern

Stage

Table / chairs included

Tea

Flipchart

Natural light

Whiteboards

Audio & Visual

Sound system

Microphone

Projector & screen

TV screen

Flipchart

WiFi

Other

Cloakroom, catering and AV at an additional cost

Space Rules

Cancellation policy

6 months prior full refund, 8 weeks prior = 50% refund

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Reviews

黄海宁
August 2026
An absolute luxury for a public institution. It’s open, welcoming and genuinely accessible, while the collections are well worth seeing in their own right. The toilets could perhaps have been a little cleaner, but given that entry is completely free, I really can’t ask for much more. A wonderful place to spend some time.
Shailla Quadra
July 2026
The British Library is on my Top 5 List of Libraries in the World! It is also on the top 10 list of places to visit in London, as it is much more than just a library, it's also a literary museum, with lots of important exhibitions and treasures of all times. During my most recent visit I went into the Sacred Texts exhibition, which was very special to be able to see the 1539 first authorised Bible in English. The British Library also has lots of space to bring our own lap top and books to study. You can easily spend all day here visiting all exhibitions and catching up on studies.
Mahsa kianpour
September 2026
The British Library is a wonderful place to read and study. It has a peaceful atmosphere, comfortable study areas, and very helpful staff. It is one of the few places where I’ve truly experienced a sense of calm and deep concentration. I often come here to study and can stay focused for hours. It is also conveniently located near King’s Cross and St Pancras stations. I only wish I had discovered it sooner! Come and visit , you’ll definitely fall in love with it.