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Welcome to York Minster Library & Archives online
Thank you for visiting Britain's Largest Cathedral Library online.
Should you have any questions, please get in touch by email, library@yorkminster.org or phone 0844 939 0021 (ext. 2501 for the Library or 2520 for the Archives). Our address is " Dean's Park. York. YO1 7JQ".
The Library is open to the public from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday.
Please note that the Library will close at 3 p.m. on Friday February 5.
Visiting York Minster Library
Please note the following guidelines when planning your visit to the Minster Library & Archives:
- For items marked "SC" and "Old Library" on the online catalogue, a minimum notice of 24 hours is required. Please note that no exceptions will be made.
- Appointments are necessary to visit the Archives. Please ring 08449390021 (ext 2520) and speak with Mr. Peter Young.
- The Library & Archives operate a strict no-bags policy. Users can leave their belonging in the secure Cloakroom.
- Drinks and food are not allowed in the premises.
- Registered users can borrow up to 6 books for 3 weeks at an anual fee of £25. University of York students and staff receive free membership.