The Society has possessed a library since the earliest days; the first accessions records date from 1926.

The size of the Library is limited by the space presently available to about 4,000 volumes on the Ground Floor plus approximately 1,000 more elsewhere in the building. The core of the collection is material supporting the belief and practice of present-day Buddhists in the UK, although peripheral subjects are covered as well. Most of the books are available for loan to members resident in the U.K. Non-members may consult books during the hours when the Society is open to the public.

As part of the reorganization referred to above a computer database has been developed to replace the card catalogue. Thanks to the generosity of one of our members, this database is now available for searching online .

Opening Times

The library is open to members and non-members 2-6 p.m Monday to Friday and 2-5 p.m. on Saturday.

Services

Reading Room - The room next to the library is now reserved for quiet reading during the opening hours of the library.

Postal Service - The library runs a Postal Service for members - for further details see the online catalogue page.

Book Renewal - Library books may be renewed by email - email the librarian.