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Listen Up! Dive into Sound

Years 4 – 6

Hear recordings from our sound archive, from environmental sounds and speeches.

Wednesdays and Thursdays, London Available during term-time. Press Book Now and complete the form to let us know your preferred date.

About Listen Up! Dive into Sound

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This workshop is fully booked until 29 May 2026. We are now taking bookings for 1 June 2026 onwards. Please do not make a booking request for a date before this time as it will not be processed.

Hear recordings from our sound archive, from environmental sounds and speeches. This workshop explores how sound can transform a space and capture the imagination.

Please note:

  • maximum group size: 30
  • cost: free
  • start times: 10.30 and 13.00
  • location: British Library, London.

Booking is essential via the 'Book Now' button. Please email schools@bl.uk if you have questions or need help with the form.

More information about our Schools programme is available on our Schools hub.

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