The following libraries admit members of the UK actuarial profession, to use their collections for reference only:

• University of Aberdeen
  Apply to the librarian in advance: access is available sometimes
• University of Birmingham
  Five free visits allowed per year (ID required, and restrictions apply). External personal membership of the library is available, on payment of an annual fee
• University of Bristol
  Apply in advance in writing to the University Librarian
• British Library
  Take proof of employment or proof of membership of a professional body (or we can provide a letter of introduction), and they will grant a permanent 3 year professional pass.
  '... a very nice, quiet, comfortable place to study with a good working atmosphere.' (actuarial student report)
• British Library of Political & Economic Science
  The LSE library will no longer admit actuarial students for study purposes.
• City University
  Apply direct to Liz Harris at City University
• University of Edinburgh
  Usually a charge, unless a visiting academic, but you may apply to the Reader Services' Librarian
• University of Glasgow
  Apply to the librarian in advance: access is available sometimes
• Heriot Watt University
  Admission for reference purposes without formality - please sign the visitors' book at reception
• University of Manchester
  John Rylands Library. Summer vacation access available: apply to the Institute library for a pass
• University of Reading
  Free access for reference and private study - please sign the visitors' book at reception
• University of St Andrews
  Free access, except before and during university examinations
• University of Southampton
  Free access, but you may be asked for ID
• University of York
  Free access

The Chartered Insurance Institute has a library of actuarial and insurance literature. Access is available with annual CII membership (£52.00) or on a daily basis (£9.00 or £5.00 for full-time students).

Public reference libraries

• Edinburgh: Central Library, George IV Bridge
• Glasgow: Mitchell Library, North Street
• London: City Business Library