Lambeth Palace Library

14 reviews

15 Lambeth Palace Rd, London SE1 7JT, United Kingdom

www.lambethpalacelibrary.info

+442078981400

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Lambeth Palace Library is a Library located at 15 Lambeth Palace Rd, London SE1 7JT, United Kingdom. It has received 14 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 stars.

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Hours

Monday10AM-5PM
Tuesday10AM-7:15PM
Wednesday10AM-5PM
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
Saturday10AM-5PM
Sunday11AM-5PM

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  • The address of Lambeth Palace Library: 15 Lambeth Palace Rd, London SE1 7JT, United Kingdom

  • Lambeth Palace Library has 4.6 stars from 14 reviews

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  • "All Things Great and Small The exhibition 'A Declaration of Our Hopes for the Future was a considered gesture to provide the context of Christianity in modern Britain through the coronation of King Charles in May 2023 as well as blending in past correspondence between monarchs whose contributions had been documented across the decades as historical keepsakes"

    "My visit to Lambeth Palace Library was a complete nightmare"

    "Very beautiful space set in the wonderful gardens of Lambeth Palace"

    "Oficjalna rezydencja arcybiskupa Canterbury – honorowego zwierzchnika wspólnoty anglikańskiej – w Londynie, położona nad Tamizą naprzeciwko Pałacu Westminster, od 1610 roku"

    "Archives and principal library of the Church of England with helpful and friendly staff"

Reviews

  • The Zine

All Things Great and Small The exhibition 'A Declaration of Our Hopes for the Future was a considered gesture to provide the context of Christianity in modern Britain through the coronation of King Charles in May 2023 as well as blending in past correspondence between monarchs whose contributions had been documented across the decades as historical keepsakes. Being surrounded by such unique ephemeron meant that responsibilities have fallen on archivists curators, writers to articulate the narratives of the British monarchy renewing itself as one of regality and luck. Forbearance has been a charm bequeathed to the fortunate souls in the treasure made by these recognisable figures in Royal history. The Royal Family thrive to exhibit British excellence at its best because the presence of them seem to be born out of a fascination with life. Coronations continue to confirm the relevance of the British monarchy since the middle ages to the present day because their lives have been interwoven into the fabric of society that can be guaranteed by the security provided in they always exist to inhabit the Britain at its best. The accomplishment to this exhibition has been entitled 'Cantate Domino' which translates in Latin as Music in Services (check). The items and objects have been held to transfix the time through the lesser known and almost unheard of musical pieces that range from the 11th to 20th century as musical traditions incorporated into the Church of England. The showcased pieces were assembled to present four main thematic concerns which consisted of Hymns, Songs of the Church, Music in Services, Preserved by Chance and Teaching Music. The strongest aspect of the exhibition focused on making these highly respected objects accessible to the public and for that main reason the Crown and the people do not seem so detached from the varied realities they hold. The part entitled 'John Newton and Amazing Grace' emboldened the historiography and historicism preservation should be something to be remembered as well as a way to learn not to teach people to behave in such brutally ways. New Year's Day of 1773 had been the first time Amazing Grace' had been performed and Newton used the sermon from that day to provide a basis for the hymn. The direct inspiration came as a belief that anything negative can be turned into a positive understanding of humankind. In retrospect the exhibition focused on thinking and making time held by others not seem so inaccessible to most individuals regardless of race, gender, class etc. Each item was concentrated to evoke new feelings about things that had been documented and witnessed in the past and present. This sense of awareness encourage a wider feel for emotional inclusion for what had been experienced as national events since the 11th to 20th century in the United Kingdom.

  • C

My visit to Lambeth Palace Library was a complete nightmare. The receptionists were incredibly rude and unhelpful, showing no interest in assisting visitors. Moreover, despite advertising a free tour on Eventbrite, the receptionists tried to mislead and re-direct visitors to the fee-paying Garden Museum, leaving me feeling deceived and frustrated. Lambeth Palace Library's behavior, with its dismissive receptionists and misleading event listing, is highly disappointing. Their lack of professionalism, being unwelcoming, un-Christian and disregard for visitors' experiences raises questions about their commitment to transparency and respect. This is actually very ironic for a supposedly Christian organisation, as Jesus taught his followers to be welcoming and helpful to everyone in the society, especially the poor and vulnerables, instead of just the VIPs. I strongly advise against visiting Lambeth Palace Library if you happen to be a "commoner" and suggest exploring other options. Save yourself the disappointment and find a place that values visitors and their time. I won't be returning, and I hope my review serves as a cautionary tale.

  • Mike Morgan

Very beautiful space set in the wonderful gardens of Lambeth Palace. Containing a priceless selection of books going back over 1000 years, they frequently hold talks on subjects, such as slavery and the churches role in colonialism. They have a small but interesting exhibition space which is constantly updated. The staff are very friendly. should you wish to see a book, but you need to register in advance to be enrolled as a reader.

  • Grzegorz Łukaszewicz

Oficjalna rezydencja arcybiskupa Canterbury – honorowego zwierzchnika wspólnoty anglikańskiej – w Londynie, położona nad Tamizą naprzeciwko Pałacu Westminster, od 1610 roku. Biblioteka. Pałac Lambeth jest siedzibą Wspólnoty Świętego Anzelma , anglikańskiego zakonu, który jest pod patronatem arcybiskupa Canterbury.

  • Clemens van den Berg

Archives and principal library of the Church of England with helpful and friendly staff. Beautifully located. Downside is that you will be charged for taking photographs of archival material, even if it is for research purposes only. This creates unnecessary barriers for less affluent or independent scholars.

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The library building is well-designed and has become a far more accessible and welcoming library. Previously visitors struggled to find the library and had to ring a bell and wait outside. The library is now easy to find and was built into the wall to preserve the palace garden's serenity.

  • Allan Nazareth

Beautiful. Lovely natural light throughout looking out on a watery overgrown garden. The way they should be. The small exhibition of antiquarian books a delight.

  • Stephen Cook

Great place. A part of our history.

  • Olu Kay
  • Philip Atkins
  • Simon Henry
  • Nicholas Saunders
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