The Maughan Library — Local services in London

An outstanding architectural gem on this stretch of Chancery Lane. Lovely building details .. just stop and cast your eye over the façade of the building - those stone gargoyles! This is a huge library – zillions of books and reading material in various formats. There is strict security at the front desk and throughout the building. Note that there are stringent guidelines for eating and drinking inside the study areas, to help to ensure the health and safety of all library users and a long life for library collections, furnishings, and equipment. The best time to get a silent study spot is before 11am. Try to avoid coming here after 1pm during...

It is just a perfect library! It is the paradise for nerds!! It is so huge with so many books. I really enjoyed spending two hours in the lower ground floor where there are some collections of ancient greek scholars.You can find books in many languages, not only in english. There is also a very nice atmospere, the staff is really helpful. However, the library is so huge that you will waste a lot of time searching for books and you may sometimes get lost. I think that King's should create a "King's GPS" only for the library. I would stay there...

Located in the vibrant heart of London, the Maughan University Library stands tall as a beacon of academic excellence and intellectual exploration. As a frequenter of this scholarly sanctuary, I am compelled to share my experience.

Upon entering, one is immediately struck by the library's grandeur, with its high ceilings, expansive reading halls, and shelves stretching as far as the eye can see. The architecture seamlessly blends historic charm with modern functionality, creating an atmosphere conducive to both focused study and...