Why use us?
If you have an enquiry relating to Guildhall Library and its
collections you should first email us at
printedbooks.guildhall@cityoflondon.gov.uk to
seek assistance as most enquiries can be answered as part of our
general enquiry service.
For extensive and some urgent research our fee-based service may
be more appropriate.
What can we find for you?
Experienced researchers will undertake work for you in the
Library's extensive collections including the following:
- London and its history
- Marine history
- Parliamentary papers and debates
- English local history
- Family history
- Business history
- Food and wine
- Clockmaking
- English law reports
- and much more
For further information about
Guildhall Library - Printed Books section click here
How do I submit an enquiry to search@guildhall library?
Click here to submit your research request (you will be asked
to log on first.
New customers can register, free of charge). Once your request has
been received staff will investigate your area of interest and
email you with the cost of carrying out the research.
If we are unable to answer your enquiry we will endeavour to
supply alternative sources of information.
Current enquiries
To check on the status of your existing enquiry click here.
What will it cost?
Our hourly charge is £50 + VAT, including delivery by email, fax
or post.
We are happy to accept the following cards: Visa,
Mastercard, Maestro or Delta.
(Please note that we do not accept American Express or Diners)
Sterling cheques can be accepted if they are made payable to The
Chamberlain of London and drawn on a UK bank.
NB No charges are incurred until you confirm
that you want us to proceed with the work as quoted.
Contact us
Guildhall Library enquiries
Guildhall Library, Aldermanbury, London EC2P 2EJ
Tel 020 7332 1854
Fax 020 7600 3384
Textphone 020 7332 3803
Email
search.guildhall@cityoflondon.gov.uk