Welcome to the Special Collections archive catalogue.

You can use this site to search collection and item level descriptions of our archival holdings. Please click on 'About the Catalogue' for further information on content, or on 'How do I search the database' if you wish to learn how to begin searching the catalogues.

By clicking on 'Showcase' you will find information about some of our most significant collections and the 'Image Gallery' displays images forming our current online exhibition.

Advance notice is required for access to a small number of collections held in another location or in offsite storage. Please check the information given in the catalogue about any special access.

For more information about our service and facilities, please go to the Special Collections web site.