Newcastle University > University Library > Special Collections & Archives > Use our Collections > Request an Item

Please note that in person consultation is suspended until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are currently providing the following services:

• Virtual Reading Room service - book an appointment to view Special Collections material remotely, wherever you are based.
• Digitisation service - order digital copies of our rare book and archive holdings, wherever possible.
• Have a question? - if you have a question relating to any of our collections, please email libraryhelp@ncl.ac.uk

Step One: find an archive collection item or a rare book

• start by browsing or searching our collections.

Step Two: decide how you would like to consult material

• There are two ways in which you can view material:

  • Visit us in person

    In person consultation is currently suspended until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
    
    Suitable for staff and students at Newcastle University only at this time. You can request an appointment to consult the original item in our on-site reading room.

  • Virtual reading room service

    Suitable for all researchers, whether members of Newcastle University or external researchers. You can book a digital appointment to view material remotely wherever you are based.

Step Three: order your item

• remember to note the reference number and title of the item (s) you would like to view
• once you have decided how you would like to view material and what you would like to view, please complete and submit a request form.
• Find out more information on how to request an item and what happens after you have submitted your request, by clicking the box below: