The Library

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The Library

The University of Leicester Library enriches the intellectual and creative life of our communities by facilitating information discovery and the creation and dissemination of research. We offer a user-centred library service, designed in collaboration with our communities.

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Opening hours
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Using our services

Information about how to use our services and how we're here to help.

Search and discover our collections

Browse our wide range of journals, databases, collections and archives.

Get involved

More about volunteering, recommending books, and Read at Leicester.

Academic Skills

More about the one-to-one help, advice and online resources for students.

Research support

See the tools, training, and services to support PhD students and researchers manage research outputs.

Archives and Special Collections

The Library has extensive collections of rare books, manuscripts, historical photographs, and personal archives.
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About our services

How to get in touch, opening hours and policies.

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News

Read the latest news from the Library.

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Events

Find out about our upcoming events.

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