York Minster

Alcuin Lecture Room

After an extensive refurbishment, the Alcuin Lecture Room can accommodate groups of up to 20 readers and it is designed to host lectures, lessons and seminars with easy access to the library's collection and personalised assistance from our qualified staff. This room can be outfitted for pc/slide projection upon request.

How to book

The Alcuin Lecture Room can be booked in advance, free of charge, by contacting us.

Alcuin in York

Alcuin of York is one of the most important scholars in 8th-century England. He served as librarian for York Minster Library before becoming one of the architects of the Carolingian Renaissance in France.