The Inner Temple Library is a legal reference library, which dates back to 1506. It supports the information and research requirements of barrister, student and judicial members of all four Inns of Court. It is not open to the general public.
Current Awareness
Keep up-to-date with legal news, new case law and changes in legislation. Subscribe to our free Current Awareness service or follow us on X.
Christmas Closure
The Library will close for Christmas at 2pm on Friday 20 December and reopen at 9am on Monday 6 January. This calendar give the opening hours of all four Inn Libraries over the Christmas vacation.
Research Training
The Library offers a range legal research training, including personal one-to-one sessions.
Suggest A Book
Need a legal text that is not in our collection? Our Patron-Driven Acquisition scheme is intended to help fill that gap.
Library Manuscripts
Our Manuscript Collection includes Edward VI's Devise for the Succession and four illuminated manuscripts which are the earliest known depictions of the English courts and court dress.
Archives
Discover the holdings of the archives documenting the history of the Inn, or go to the catalogue to explore the archives.
