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History of the Library

Founded in 1610, the Library is one of England's oldest public libraries, and has had a rich and varied history.

Robert Pullen Sermons

The Library has acquired a series of sermons written by the 12th century English churchman, Robert Pullen.

Who Do You Think You Are?

Patsy Kensit visits the Library in search of information about the Lambeth degree awarded to her 19th century ancestor.

Image of the Month

December 2008 sees the 400th anniversary of the birth of the poet, John Milton.

Using the Library

How to obtain a reader's ticket for access to the Library's collections.

Church of England Record Centre

The Church of England Record Centre is a further archives and records repository of central church bodies alongside Lambeth Palace Library.

Friends of the Library

Join the Friends of the Library to support its work and to receive copies of some of the Library's publications and invitations to events.

The Church
of England

Lambeth Palace Library has been designated
as an outstanding collection by the
Museums, Libraries and Archives Council