What’s on
Featured exhibitions

Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery
A major exhibition on the woman behind the books.

Conquest: The Making of Norman England
A major exhibition exploring the impact of William the Conqueror on England.
All Events
List of Events

How to apply sustainable strategies to your business
Thursday 29 October 10.00 Sustainability is vital for businesses, particularly start-ups and small enterprises aiming for long-term success.

Treasures Tour
Daily Introduction to the Treasures of the British Library.

Getting Started at the British Library for Postgraduate Researchers
Thursday 29 October 14.00 Understand the basics about using the Library, finding what you need and what opportunities are on offer.

Once Upon An ... Invention
Thursday 29 October 15.00 A storybook adventure where children read, imagine, build, and invent creative solutions to an environmental challenge.

Funding Clinic: an interactive Q&A on raising investment
Thursday 29 October 15.00 Join funding expert Paul Grant & angel investor Colin Coghlan for an open, interactive Q&A session on raising investment for your business.

Light Night Leeds: Far, Far Away by Lightspray Visual
Thursday 29 October 18.00 Embark on an enchanted fairy tale adventure.

Agatha Christie: in your local library
Various dates between October 2026 – October 2028 Discover the extraordinary life, characters and plot-twists of the bestselling novelist of all time, Agatha Christie.

Family Workshop: Spooky Characters Mix and Match
Friday 30 October 10.30 and 12.30 Mayhem! Chaos! Mischief!

Fashion Founder Friday
Most Fridays at 11.30 These informal AMA’s, hosted by Fashion Angel Founder Alison Lewy MBE, give you the opportunity to ask any business related questions.