Our libraries
Our library buildings are open for Imperial staff, students and NHS staff from our partner trusts.
Access to all libraries is by college ID card.
See our rules and guidance for safe study in the library and check our COVID-19 FAQs for more information.
Central Library, South Kensington
Building opening hours
Monday - Thursday 08.00 - midnight
Friday 08.00 - 23.00
Saturday - Sunday 10.00 - midnight
You can return books at all times using the book drop box outside the library entrance
More about the Central Library
Enquiry desk opening hours
From Monday 12 April
Monday - Friday 10.00 - 16.00 (closed 13.00 - 14.00)
Talk to us online
General enquiries:
ASK the Library
Queries about access to the Central Library and your library account:
centrallibrary@imperial.ac.uk
020 7594 8810
To report noise or for immediate assistance from a Library Attendant:
020 7594 8883
Campus libraries
Charing Cross
During the COVID-19 Pandemic we are operating reduced opening hours and desk services
When our desks are closed our staff are available to help you online
Chelsea and Westminster
During the COVID-19 Pandemic we are operating reduced opening hours and desk services
When our desks are closed our staff are available to help you online
Hammersmith and White City
During the COVID-19 Pandemic we are operating reduced opening hours and desk services
When our desks are closed our staff are available to help you online
More about Hammersmith Campus Library
Services for staff and students based at the White City Campus
Royal Brompton, St Mary's and Silwood Park
Royal Brompton
During the COVID-19 Pandemic we are operating reduced opening hours and desk services
When our desks are closed our staff are available to help you online
St Mary's
During the COVID-19 Pandemic we are operating reduced opening hours and desk services
When our desks are closed our staff are available to help you online
Silwood Park
During the COVID-19 Pandemic we are operating reduced opening hours and desk services
When our desks are closed our staff are available to help you online