National Archives of the United Kingdom

The central repository of records for the government of the United Kingdom and its predecessors. One of the world's greatest archives.

Address
Kew, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 4DU

Telephone
+44 (0) 20 8876 3444

Website
http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/

Schedule
Monday 09:00 - 17:00 Tuesday 10:00 - 19:00 Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00 Thursday 09:00 - 19:00 Friday 09:00 - 17:00 Saturday 09:30 - 17:00 Sunday 	Closed Holiday closures and other information here.

Directions
Detailed information here.

Working Language(s)
English

Layout
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Access
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First visit
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Permitted and prohibited items

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Archive staff
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Scholars
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Future plans
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