Do you get confused when someone mentions the term 'archives' or 'archivist'? Or would you like to simply learn a bit more about what archives are and why they are kept permanently and in special conditions? If so click on the link 'What are Archives?'

Do you want to see some of the unusual things an archive can include? And/or practise reading some old handwriting (palaeography)? If so click on the link to our quarterly themed page 'The Archives' Marvellous Medicine'

Are you doing a school/college project and want to learn how best to go about it? If so click on the link 'Doing a Project in the Archives'

Are you interested in learning some conservation tips to look after your own records? Or want to see what can happen to archives when they are not kept in ideal conditions? If so click on the link 'Caring for your Records'