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The collection covers all the principal areas of theology and philosophy with a particular emphasis on works in the Catholic tradition. It is used by both students and researchers, and includes complete runs of periodicals, some of which are unique in this country. We are solely funded by the Jesuits in Britain, and do not receive any other/public funds. Therefore, we are a members-only Library, and you might need to pay for accessing our collections, or using our reading room at the London Jesuit Centre.
Access to the Heythrop Library is open to researchers, academics and those with a serious interest in theology and philosophy.
When the reception is not staffed, the front door to the building might be locked, in which case please either ring or email us.
We have a wonderful collection of over 200,000 volumes. Find what you are looking for in the Library Catalogue. Watch the video on how to use the online catalogue.
Explore our library’s full collections of books, periodicals, serials and more on the new website.
If you want to use the Heythrop Library’s Mount Street reading room and collections you will need either to become a member of the Heythrop Library, or be a member of Senate House Library.
The FAQ lists different membership options.
To access the material in the Mount Street reading room (only) for research as a non-member, you can obtain a reference pass, for 1 day, 1 week or 1 month. Researchers with a valid Senate House Library card can consult Heythrop Library items as reference only.
Heythrop Library members share how and why they benefit from the collection, library services, and the Mount Street reading room.
If you are a member and would like to contribute to the testimonials, please email us.
The Heythrop Library dates back to 1614 when the Jesuits founded their college in Leuven dedicated to the education of future Jesuit priests preparing for work in what was then the English mission.Most recently, it was the library of Heythrop College, University of London. When the College closed in 2019, the Jesuits in Britain, who are its owners, remained committed to the upkeep and development of the collection both for the continued use of those training for ministry in the Church and of the wider academic community. It also supports the studies of those engaged in programmes here at the London Jesuit Centre.
Heythrop Library,
London Jesuit Centre
114 Mount Street
London W1K 3AH
United Kingdom
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