Supporter stories

  • Stephen Gardner main photo
    • Stephen Gardner

    • I am an alumnus of Durham University and lover of Durham Cathedral. I admire the work of St Cuthbert and St Bede.
  • Christopher Dale main photo
    • Christopher Dale

    • My school was dedicated to St. Cuthbert. He was quite a guy!
  • Philippa Maddern main photo
    • Philippa Maddern

    • I have been using the British Library as a treasure house of research since 1979. I teach palaeography to young medieval historians. I want them to be able to go the Library and lose themselves in admiration of the beauty and richness of its holdings, as I have.
  • Joyce Simpson main photo
    • Joyce Simpson

    • As a British Library Reader, I am delighted to play a small part in ensuring the St Cuthbert Gospel is acquired for the nation.
  • George Mandel main photo
    • George Mandel

    • I use the British Library for research and as a daytime base when I am visiting London. In addition to having a very good collection and providing me with various services, it's a nice place to be. I'm glad to be able to show my appreciation.
  • Martina Venuti main photo
    • Martina Venuti

    • I am a visiting PhD student and I love the British Library. I am interested in Latin manuscripts and I support the St Cuthbert Gospel Appeal.
  • Sarah Riggs main photo
    • Sarah Riggs

    • My husband (died 27.3.2011) - was a priest originally from Newcastle-upon-Tyne and very fond of The Northern Saints. It was his birthday on Sunday (18th March) so a donation to the St Cuthbert Gospel Appeal seems an appropriate gift.
  • W. Schipper main photo
    • W. Schipper

    • I am a regular reader of early medieval manuscripts at the British Library. I think the St Cuthbert Gospel is a worthwhile acquisition.

Please share your stories with us - we'd love to hear why you have chosen to give to the British Library.