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Looking for that perfect present?

Make a friend a Friend & give a gift that lasts all year!

We are pleased to offer:

1-year Gift Membership: £45 (single) | £60 (joint) | £35 (concessions) | £45 (joint concessions)

or save £5-£20 and order:

2-year Gift Membership: £85 (single) | £115 (joint) | £65 (concessions) | £85 (joint concessions)

3-year Gift Membership: £125 (single) | £170 (joint) | £95 (concessions) | £125 (joint concessions)

5-year Gift Membership: £200 (single) | £275 (joint) | £150 (concessions) | £200 (joint concessions)

All gift memberships include a free Friends of the British Library tote bag!

Friends' benefits include:

  • Exclusive access to the Friends Lounge (3rd floor).
  • The stylish Lounge is equipped with comfortable sofas and quality daily newspapers.
  • The next-door terrace provides fascinating panoramic views of London!
  • Exclusive ‘behind the scenes' visits to BL areas closed to the general public.
  • Access to unique Friends viewings/talks by BL curators and experts.
  • Exclusive organised visits to other libraries and museums.
  • Substantial Friends discounts for the main BL events.
  • Discounts at the Library bookshop and other offers.
  • Regular Friends Newsletters and a copy of What's On.

To order your Gift Membership, simply telephone us on the Friends Direct Line +44 (0)20 7412 7734 or email Friends@bl.uk with your contact details and we will do the work for you! Alternatively you may post or email the Gift Membership form to the Friends Office, The British Library, 96 Euston Road, London NW1 2DB.