Lincoln's Inn Library

Lincoln's Inn Library Lincoln’s Inn Library is open to barrister members of the Inns of Court and student members of Lincoln’s Inn only.

Researchers may use the rare books and manuscripts by appointment. Occupying the north wing of the Great Hall complex, designed by Philip Hardwick and opened in 1845, the Library is the only one of the four Inn library buildings not to have been destroyed in the Second World War. As a collection of books it is the oldest library still to exist in London. The Library is a modern working legal refer

ence library. As well as providing a full range of legal databases, it holds extensive traditional printed collections. The Library holds about 150,000 volumes, the core of which is a comprehensive range of English legal materials for the practitioner and bar student. Particular areas of specialisation are Chancery practice, Commonwealth legislation and law reports, materials on the Channel Islands and Isle of Man, and Parliamentary materials. Photocopying, internet, printing and word-processing facilities are available in the Library. The Library also operates a distance service for barristers. Normal opening hours are Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 8.00 pm. In addition, the Library opens one Saturday in four. From August to mid-September the hours are 9.30 am to 6.00 pm. The Library is closed on bank holidays and for a fortnight at Christmas.

Calling all pupils! We are offering free research training sessions on the 7th, 11th, 19th, 20th and 27th October at 5.4...
23/09/2021

Calling all pupils! We are offering free research training sessions on the 7th, 11th, 19th, 20th and 27th October at 5.45p.m. Just email us at [email protected] for more information and to book your place 📝

22/09/2021

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You will continue to receive updates from our Library, as well as other relevant posts about activity happening at Lincoln’s Inn more generally.

One of the four Inns of Court. A professional membership body for students & qualified barristers.

16/09/2021

Please note that this page will be merging with https://www.facebook.com/LincolnsInn as of Friday 8 October. Please ensure you follow that page if you wish to keep following Lincoln’s Inn Library.

You can continue to receive updates from our Library, as well as other relevant posts about activity happening at Lincoln’s Inn more generally.

One of the four Inns of Court. A professional membership body for students & qualified barristers.

From Monday 13 September, we will resume charging for photocopying.  Cards are available from the enquiry desk for 80p a...
13/09/2021

From Monday 13 September, we will resume charging for photocopying. Cards are available from the enquiry desk for 80p and the charge per page is 10p.

SUMMER OPENING HOURS: From August to mid-September the Library's opening hours are 9.30 am to 6 pm.
30/07/2021

SUMMER OPENING HOURS: From August to mid-September the Library's opening hours are 9.30 am to 6 pm.

A reminder that Lincoln's Inn Library is offering a free one hour online training session on Lexis and Westlaw, from 12....
09/07/2021

A reminder that Lincoln's Inn Library is offering a free one hour online training session on Lexis and Westlaw, from 12.00 – 1.00pm on 14 July. Email [email protected] to register.

Lincoln’s Inn Library has trial access to LexisPSL for one month, available now on the central PCs.LexisPSL offers pract...
01/07/2021

Lincoln’s Inn Library has trial access to LexisPSL for one month, available now on the central PCs.
LexisPSL offers practice notes, precedents, forms and checklists. References provide links to case law and legislation on LexisLibrary.
We would be interested in any feedback!

Do you need a refresher or introduction to using Westlaw or Lexis? Lincoln's Inn Library is offering a free one hour onl...
21/06/2021

Do you need a refresher or introduction to using Westlaw or Lexis? Lincoln's Inn Library is offering a free one hour online training session on both databases, from 12.00 – 1.00pm on 14 July. Email [email protected] to register.

Today’s historical image of  is a Churchman's Cigarette card from its "The Inns of Court"  series, a set of 25 issued in...
18/06/2021

Today’s historical image of is a Churchman's Cigarette card from its "The Inns of Court" series, a set of 25 issued in 1924, showing an imposing detail of the leonine decorations of Lincoln's Inn Gate on Chancery Lane.

From Monday 12th April our opening hours, unless Government advice changes, will be Mon-Fri 9.00 am – 7.00 pm.See the Sa...
10/04/2021

From Monday 12th April our opening hours, unless Government advice changes, will be Mon-Fri 9.00 am – 7.00 pm.
See the Saturday Openings Rota for a list of Inn Libraries open on Saturdays this term.
http://ow.ly/eOB050EjHpc
Readers are asked to observe social distancing rules.

The Library's new exhibition is now on display, offering readers the opportunity to discover some of the Inn's beautiful...
09/04/2021

The Library's new exhibition is now on display, offering readers the opportunity to discover some of the Inn's beautiful and fascinating early printed law books from the Holy Roman Empire. See the poster for details.

UPDATE: The Library will re-open on Monday 29 March, and will be open to readers from Monday to Friday 9.30 am to 5.30 p...
26/03/2021

UPDATE: The Library will re-open on Monday 29 March, and will be open to readers from Monday to Friday 9.30 am to 5.30 pm, in line with government guidance. Social-distancing measures will be in place, to ensure the safety of our readers and staff.

Address

Lincoln's Inn
London
WC2A3TN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm

Telephone

+442072424371

Website

https://twitter.com/LILibrary

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