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
Opening hours
The library building is open:
Wednesday 08.00 - midnight
Thursday 08.00 - midnight
Friday 08.00 - 23.00
Saturday 10.00 - midnight
Sunday 10.00 - midnight
Desk services
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, email library@imperial.ac.uk
Get in touch
General enquiries:
ASK the Library
+44 (0)20 7594 8810
@imperiallibrary
Renewals and your library account:
centrallibrary@imperial.ac.uk
Text an 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