About Voice of the Fans

Football fans have always been more than spectators. They’re a powerful voice in the sport, supporting the teams they love but also holding clubs and wider culture to account. Following its presentation at Leeds Central Library in 2025, this Voice of the Fans display invites you to discover over 60 years of fan-made media from the collections of the British Library and Leeds Libraries.

Each brimming with unique perspectives, humour and passion, discover how fanzines were also a vehicle for building communities, sparking change and amplifying voices in the fight against racism and homophobia, while championing women’s football and grassroots action.

Tracing the development of fan self-publishing from the 1960s to today’s digital age, see how libraries have played a crucial role in preserving these cultural treasures. Voice of the Fans is a testament to the enduring power of football’s most passionate storytellers.

Voice of the Fans was co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries.

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Opening times

Open during normal opening hours.

Accessibility and facilities

There is step-free access to the Entrance Hall. Manual wheelchairs can be borrowed free of charge, subject to availability. Please ask a member of staff on arrival.

We welcome guide dogs and assistance dogs. Dog bowls are available at the Information Desk, Reading Rooms and all cafés.

A cloakroom and digital lockers are available for visitors. These are free to use and located on the Lower Ground Floor.

You will find accessible toilets on all floors and baby changing facilities on the Lower Ground Floor, Upper Ground Floor and Floor 1.

Learn more about your visit, accessibility, our facilities and cafés.  

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