How long can I borrow items for

Special Collections materials cannot be removed from the Library and some can only be consulted in the Reading Room.

On returning an item, you will be asked whether you have finished with it, or will want to consult it again. If you intend to consult the item again, it will not be returned to the store immediately but will be kept on the consultation shelves for your next visit.

If you are unable to return to the Library for several weeks, the item will be put away and you will need to submit another request for it when you are ready to return to the Library.