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Many people have chosen to support the British Library, all with a different reason for doing so: from celebrating a special occasion to remembering a loved family member or friend, or simply because they value the breadth and depth of knowledge which can be found within our collections.

Please share your special story with us and with your fellow donors. We would love to hear what has inspired you to give to one of the world's great libraries. (Limit: 50 words)

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  • We would like to hear more about your connections with the British Library and your reasons for supporting us. Please share your story with us.



Juliana Wakefield main photo

It was love of the stories of Northumbrian saints such as Cuthbert that lead me to study Anglo-Saxon history at university and support the St Cuthbert Gospel appeal.

Juliana Wakefield
Stephen Gardner main photo

I am an alumnus of Durham University and lover of Durham Cathedral. I admire the work of St Cuthbert and St Bede.

Stephen Gardner