Archive Website of the UK government

Libraries

As well as providing a wide range of books, libraries usually have a variety of resources you can use. This can include:

The British Library receives a copy of every publication produced in the UK and Ireland. The library is located in London and holds various events, exhibitions and tours.

Their website has a 'Greatest Treasures' section where, for example, you can turn the pages of Leonardo da Vinci's notebook, magnify the Magna Carta manuscript and read a translation, or look at Shakespeare's 93 plays. The site also has:

• Libraries and books (home and community section)

• Browse resources on The British Library website Opens new window

Museums and galleries

The Culture24 website has information on museums and galleries around the country. You can also look at art and learn online through the Tate website.

• Find museums and galleries near you on the Culture24 website Opens new window

Your local area

You can find out more about your local area by visiting the National Trust and English Heritage websites. You can also look at historic maps and photographs at your local library. Your tourist office can give you information about historic walks, events and attractions.

• Information from the National Trust about your local area Opens new window

• Explore your region through the English Heritage website Opens new window

Film, television and theatre

The British Film Institute manages the largest film and television archive in the world. Archived material is accessible via exhibitions and screenings in cinemas. You can also find out about productions, events and exhibitions from the National Theatre website.

• Find out about productions from the National Theatre website Opens new window

• British Film Institute Opens new window

More useful links

• Campaign for learning through museums and galleries Opens new window

• Historic Scotland Opens new window

• Cadw: historic environment service of the Welsh Assembly government Opens new window

• Northern Ireland Environment Agency: places to visit Opens new window

• Visiting places of interest (disabled people section)

Useful contacts

• Adult learning contacts