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
Open 24 hours
Except - closed overnight 23.00 Friday evening until 10.00 Saturday morning
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
Monday 10.00 - 17.00 (closed 13.00 - 14.00)
Tuesday 10.00 - 17.00 (closed 13.00 - 14.00)
Wednesday 10.00 - 16.00 (closed 13.00 - 14.00)
Thursday 10.00 - 17.00 (closed 13.00 - 14.00)
Friday 10.00 - 17.00 (closed 13.00 - 14.00)
Talk to us online
During the summer vacation there may be noise between 08.00 and 16.00 while works take place on the Queen's Lawn
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