Visitor Information
Getting to the Library
Getting to St John's | Getting to the Library (3MB)
The main Library entrance is located in the far right hand corner of Canterbury Quad. Please ask at the Porters' Lodge for directions.
Access for Visitors
Readers from elsewhere in Oxford
Readers are welcome to consult material not available elsewhere in the University. External readers, should first make an appointment (tel. 01865 277331 or email the Librarian) to check that the item is available.
Academic Researchers
Visits from academic researchers wishing to use the historic collections are welcome. Graduate students should bring a letter from their supervisor. Please email the Librarian to arrange an appointment. Visitors who require special access should make this clear when writing. Please note that the permission of the College will be needed for publication.
Alumni & Members' Visitors
Members may show friends or colleagues around the Library and should always sign them into the Visitors' book kept at the Desk. Guided tours for small groups may be arranged with the Librarian. Alumni are welcome to visit the library during normal opening hours, and to bring their families and friends, signing them in as guests.
Others
Prospective students are also welcome to visit the Library. Other prospective visitors should contact email the Librarian beforehand to see if this is possible.
