Researching the collections
See what we've got!
Research topics
Explore your area of interest, with research guides, articles, advice and stories from the collections.
Research
Arts, sports and leisure
Research topic
London has always been known as a hub for culture and society and Londoners, famously, enjoy a good time, but how are these activities reflected in archive records? The London Archives holds a wide variety of collections relating to the social lives of Londoners. We hold records on everything from the network of pubs to the many musical societies which flourished across the capital.
Research
Built Environment and Open Spaces
Research topic
Discover collections themes, topics and projects relating to the built environment in London, as well as parks and open spaces in the capital.
Research
Business and Trade
Research topic
The London Archives hold records of thousands of individual businesses and trade related material - find out about how to unlock their research potential here.
Research
Family History
Research guides and resources
Uncover your London ancestry with our family history guides and information.
Research
Research
Images, Maps and Audio Visual material
Research topics
Delve into our images, maps, film and audio material
Research
Law and Crime
Research Topic
Our records on law and crime cover obvious things like criminal cases and prison records, as well as topics which can reveal much about family history - like the records of the Court of Orphans, or coroners inquests
Research