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Pepys Library
 Samuel Pepys
 His Library
 Opening Times
 The Pepys Building

 
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Picture of Pepys Building from Second Court
Pepys Building houses the famous diaries that Samuel Pepys
bequeathed, along with his unique library, to College in 1703.

Samuel Pepys 1633-1703 - Life, Library & Legacy
Samuel Pepys made his mark on our national history with his work for the navy, but it is his diaries that have made his name immortal.
 
His Library
The Library is a splendid enrichment of the College. With 3,000 volumes arranged by size, from No. 1 (smallest) to No. 3,000 (largest), the Library continues to fascinate tourists, and to attract scholars from all over the world.
 
Opening Times
The Library is open to visitors for two hours each day, Monday - Saturday during most of the year. For more information please send a fax to 01223 332187
 
The Pepys Building
Located in Second Court, the Pepys Building is the principal ornament of the College and of considerable architectural interest. The exact history of the building is unknown, and it remains full of puzzles...