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You can visit our building in Kew to see paper documents or records on microfilm or microfiche. We also have a reference library, an interactive museum, a well-stocked bookshop and a restaurant and coffee bar. Entrance to The National Archives is free.
Find out more about The National Archives and the records we hold in our About us section.
Find out about registering for a reader's ticket, handling documents and what to bring with you.
Save time by placing your order online, the day before you visit.
Familiarise yourself with the reading rooms and other facilities at The National Archives.
For maps, directions and our address at Kew.
The National Archives is fully accessible to disabled visitors.
Information on history workshops for groups of school pupils and undergraduates.
Find out about our museum, showcasing the treasures of the archives.
