Borthwick Institute for Archives, University of York

Borthwick Institute for Archives, University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD

The Borthwick Institute for Archives is one of the biggest archive respositories outside London. During our 50 year history we have collected archives from all around the world, from the 12th century to the present day. Every year we welcome thousands of visitors to use our archive materials.

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Contact Details

Tel : 01904 321166
01904 321160
E-mail : bihr500@york.ac.uk

URL : www.york.ac.uk/inst/bihr/

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The Borthwick's archive searchrooms are open Monday to Friday 9.15am - 4.45pm. To contact the searchrooms ring (01904) 321166. Although an appointment is not essential we do get very busy sometimes, especially in the microform room. We advise booking if you want to guarantee a space, especially if you are travelling a distance to visit us. During term-time we are also open late on Tuesday and Wednesday nights.

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