Collections
We have over 200,000 items in our collection.
What’s on our minds
On our blog we share what we have been doing, what’s on our minds, and have the occasional guest contribution too.
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Membership and library access
For more information, please see Join us – Heythrop Library.
History
The Heythrop Library dates back to 1614 when the Jesuits founded their college in Leuven dedicated to the education of future Jesuit priests preparing for work in what was then the English mission.
Visiting and facilities
The Heythrop Library’s reading room is located on the basement level of the London Jesuit Centre, Mayfair. The reading room contains around 25 seats, including desks, sofas, and 4 computers.
Work experience and volunteering
Are you interested in gaining work experience at a specialist library for philosophy and theology in London (Mayfair)? We could be the place for you to gain valuable insights into librarianship and information work!
Support us
The Heythrop Library is part of a registered charity, and generous supporters play a vital role in helping to keep its doors open.
Please consider making a donation today and help us to continue inspiring generations of readers.
When you click on the donate link, please pick ‘Heythrop Library’ as a designation. If you would like to ‘Write us a comment’, please do.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions – for potential members.
Frequently asked questions – for current members.
Testimonials
Want to read what our library users are saying about us?
We have published some of the testimonials we received.