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Welcome to the StrandCampus at King’s CollegeLondon. There is a mapon the inside back coverto help guide you throughthis tour, which shouldlast around 45 minutesfor the Strand buildings,and an additional 30minutes if you continue onto the Maughan Library.If you need assistance atany point, please don’thesitate to ask a passingstudent or member ofstaff, or at the receptiondesks located on theground floor entrances ofboth the Strand Buildingand Maughan Library.For students in the Schools of Arts & Humanities, Natural &Mathematical Sciences, Social Science & Public Policy and TheDickson Poon School of Law, King’s Strand Campus couldn’t bein a better location. Directly overlooking the Thames, it is midwaybetween the Houses of Parliament and St Paul’s Cathedral, nextdoor to Somerset House 1 and the Courtauld Institute of Art andacross the road from the Royal Courts of Justice. Our magnificentMaughan Library in Chancery Lane is in one of London’s mostdistinguished Victorian buildings, and within five minutes’ walkof the Strand are Covent Garden, many West End theatres, andTrafalgar Square, home to the National Gallery and the NationalPortrait Gallery.It is an exciting time for King’s as we have acquired the East Wingof Somerset House, as an extension to our Strand Campus. Thisgives the College access to one of London’s most beautiful and iconicbuildings and provides stylish new accommodation for the DicksonPoon School of Law, space for arts and cultural activities andcontinuing education, and a learning centre.We’re glad that you’re starting out on a self-guided tour of thecampus, but please bear in mind that these can only be conductedbetween Monday – Friday 09.00 to 17.00. As we have studentsworking and studying here, you may find on occasion that youmay not have access to all parts of the campus, so if you wish tovisit a particular department, you should arrange this with theiradministrator prior to visiting.The College promotes equality of opportunity but users shouldbe aware that our estate is large and is a mixture of old and newbuildings, so the route in this tour is not fully accessible. If you haveany concerns about physical access or you require assistance withalternative routes please contact our Disability Advisory Service atdisability@kcl.ac.uk or by calling 020 7848 3398.We hope you enjoy your tour of the Strand Campus. When you areready to begin, please turn over the page.1

1. The start of your tour: reception at the Strand entrance of the StrandCampus by the revolving doorStrand Campus receptionSomerset House East Wingarchaeology room, somerset houseStrand Campus reception and frontageKing’s College London was founded by King George IV and theDuke of Wellington (then Prime Minister) in 1829 as a universitycollege in the tradition of the Church of England, becoming oneof the two founding colleges of the University of London in 1836.Professors here played a major part in 19th century science, and inextending higher education to women and working men.King’s has a rich history of high achievers, and the figures yousee on the front of the Strand Building are part of our ‘hall offame’ stretching 90 metres along our Strand frontage. Thesealumni have all played their part in marking King’s position asEngland’s fourth-oldest university and one of the world’s top 20universities (QS World University Rankings, 2013).Inside reception, you will see student computing kiosks. Theseallow students and staff to freely access their emails and theinternet. There is also a cashpoint here, and a 3D map of thecampus to your left.2. From reception go out through the revolving door located on yourright-hand side, into the QuadSomerset House East Wing is on your rightKing’s recently acquired the East Wing of this historic building,which has its origins in Tudor London. The present day structurewas finished in the late 18th century and has housed some ofBritain’s most important institutions such as the Royal Academy ofArts, the Royal Society and the Society of Antiquaries.Opened by Her Majesty the Queen in February 2012, the EastWing now provides a stunning location for the Dickson PoonSchool of Law, funded by a generous £20m donation from theHong Kong-based philanthropist. Also located here are the InigoRooms for Research and Creativity, an innovative approach tocombining arts and academia through exhibition space, and alsohome to King’s Cultural Partners.On your left-hand side is the entrance hall of King’s BuildingThe Grade I listed King’s Building was designed in 1831 by SirRobert Smirk and has seen 180 years of student footfall throughits doors. Outside you can see two statues above the doors, whichsymbolise King’s motto of ‘sancte et sapienter’ – ‘holiness andwisdom’. Smirk was one of the architects of the British Museumand the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden.king’s building2

3. Enter the King’s buildingstatues in entrance hallThe two statues in the old entrance hall are 19th century statuesof Sappho, a Greek poetess, and Sophocles, a Greek dramatist,and were donated to the College in 1920. Just behind Sapphoon the staircase, you will see Reggie the Lion, who is the officialmascot of King’s College London Students’ Union (KCLSU).Now nearing his 90th birthday, Reggie has an identical twinin the KCLSU Student Centre in Waterloo, and has been thesubject of various student misappropriations over the years. Thestudents’ union newspaper, ‘ROAR’, is named in his honour.Immediately ahead of you is the Great HallThe Great Hall is used for College functions, careers events,lectures with guest speakers…and those all important exams.The plaque outside the Hall lists speakers at our annualCommemoration Orations over the years, which have includedformer Prime Minister Tony Blair, King’s alumnus ArchbishopDesmond Tutu and former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan.4. Turn left out of the Great Hall and continue walking along Level 0.Edmond J. Safra Lecture TheatreOn your left is the Edmond J. Safra Lecture Theatre, Level 0This state-of-the-art lecture theatre incorporates continuous oakwriting desks and low-level task lighting, evoking the atmosphereof the original theatre. It is equipped to a very high standard andour students benefit from full audio-visual teaching facilities.5. Continue along the corridorThe South Range teaching rooms are on your right and left (eg K.018)These teaching rooms vary in size and accommodate between 12and 49 people in total.6. Walk up the stairs in front of you to Level 2River RoomThe River Room, an elegant and formal function space, is on the righthandside (NB there are no Levels 1, 3 or 5 in the King’s Building)7. Carry straight on and turn right into the social area.You are in the Chapters dining and social areaChapters is our main student refreshment area on the StrandCampus, and offers a wide range of food and drink, whilst thegallery up above provides comfortable seating and wirelessconnection.8. Come out of Chapters and walk straight ahead into the area directlyfacing you on the other side of the corridor.ChaptersSomerset CaféBoth Large and Small Somerset Rooms form part of King’s socialspaces, and also host numerous events and College dinners.3

9. Turn left out of the Somerset RoomsCollege ChapelAdjacent to Chapters is the College Chapel, Level 2A remarkable piece of Victorian architecture, the Chapelunderwent a £750,000 restoration in 2001 to bring it back to itsformer glory. Open to all staff, students and public visitors, theregular services here represent many different traditions, and weplay host to some excellent visiting preachers during term-time.The College Chaplaincy offers friendship, pastoral support, andopportunities for worship, learning and enjoyment to all members ofKing’s students and staff, regardless of faith or personal convictions.For more information, see www.kcl.ac.uk/chaplaincyAlongside studying a degree programme at King’s, allstudents have the option of following a lecture course calledthe Associateship of King’s College (AKC). The three-yearprogramme considers fundamental issues of value and belief, andconsists of six short courses. The AKC, first awarded in 1833, isKing’s original award, and on completion of the course you willbe eligible for election as an Associate of the College.Outside the Chapel you will also notice some interestingcommemorative alumni plaques, including one to Joseph Lister,the father of antiseptic surgery.10. As you leave the Chapel, turn right along the corridorThe College’s Council Room and Old Committee Room are located hereThese impressive rooms are used for College Committeemeetings, and VIP receptions and have housed some of ourmost important moments. The Old Committee Room containspaintings of many of our former Principals and Deans.11. Continue along the corridor until you come to room K2.31 on your left.The Council RoomJKTL Nash Lecture TheatreNamed after former Assistant Principal and Professor of CivilEngineering John Nash, this lecture theatre is equipped withstate-of-the-art audio-visual equipment. Opposite you will seea plaque in honour of James Clerk Maxwell, whose equations,published whilst he was a professor at King’s, formed the basisof classical electrodynamics, and underlie modern electrical andcommunications technologies.12. Take the stairs in front of you back down to the main corridor (ontoLevel 0), and carry straight on.JKTL NASH LECTURE THEATREMain corridorThe main corridor is a bustling thoroughfare of students andacademics alike. Here are school noticeboards and a studentinformation exchange, with the Study Abroad and InternshipsOffices on your left. The Centre for Arts & Sciences Admissions4

office is on your right-hand side, nearby to the King’s IndiaInstitute. Opened in 2012, the Institute is a focal point in Londonfor research and teaching on contemporary India. Membersare actively engaged in dialogue and debate with government,policy-makers, media and industry in India, the UK and beyond.THE BRIDGE ENTRANCETHE CAREERS SPACE, LEVEL 1KCLSU Entrance, Surrey St13. The next part of the tour will start at Level 1 of the Macadam Building. Toget there, continue past the Great Hall and the Edmund J. Safra lecture hallon your left, turning left when you can through the doors and entering theMacadam Building . Walk through the corridor and turn left into the SouthEast block, taking the small staircase up to Level 1 of ‘The Bridge’.The BridgeRepresenting the bridge between students’ academic andprofessional careers, this space is devoted to careers andemployability, learning and skills development, with skillssessions and volunteering schemes run jointly by KCLSU andthe King’s Careers & Employability service.King’s Careers & Employability ServiceKing’s Careers & Employability supports students at every levelof study with all aspects of career management.The range of services includes:• Careers coaching around career decision-making, job andfurther study applications, interview preparation and anentrepreneurship support scheme in collaboration with businessspecialists.• An online database for part-time or temporary roles, workexperience and internship opportunities, and graduate positions.• Events, including career seminars and professional skills workshops,careers fairs, and employer presentations and networking events.• Online resources, including an online careers research resource andseveral active Facebook networks around popular career areas suchas law, health and life sciences and the creative industries.• An information library with computer-aided careers guidancetools and information about occupations and job roles,and the job hunting process. For more information, go towww.kcl.ac.uk/careers14. Walk through the doors at the end of the corridor to the stairs and lifts.The Macadam Building is comprised of 6 levels15. Level -2KCLSU LobbyA great place to relax and study, the lobby is also first point ofcall for general enquiries, directions and access to KCLSU staff.KCLSU, LEVEL -25

gospel music societyTHE macadam cupTHE COMPASS, LEVEL 1...King’s College London Students’ Union (KCLSU)Named after King’s alumnus Sir Ivison Macadam, the firstPresident of the National Union of Students (NUS), TheMacadam Building acts as a real student hub on the StrandCampus with a mixture of College-run and KCLSU-run services.KCLSU is an independent charity that exists to support King’sstudents and have facilities on three campuses – Guy’s, Strandand Waterloo, also accessible through www.kclsu.org. KCLSUis student-led, with those elected holding a number of positionson the governing board as well as on committees such as theStudent Council. Importantly, this means that our students havea say in the way that King’s works.All students at King’s automatically become members ofKCLSU and can access its services and benefits, including:• A two week ‘Welcome’ programme for all new students whereyou can make new friends and get involved in the King’sstudent community• Over 200 student activity groups and 50 sports teamscompeting in local and national leagues weekly• An advice and information service• Skills workshops and courses such as the King’s Leadership Award• A variety of safe, student-friendly social spaces• An exciting range of live gig and club nights• Representation structures giving students the opportunity toshape what matters to them at King’s.16. Level -1The CompassKing’s ‘one stop shop’ for student enquiries offers free andconfidential advice from immigration and money managementto replacement ID cards. The Compass@Strand offers drop-insessions with specialist advisors, accessible to students on allcampuses, and two on the Strand Campus, with the new deskat the Maughan Library. Also available via telephone, email andCompass Online. Find out more at www.kcl.ac.uk/thecompassThe Student Advice & International Student Support team willbe on hand for weekly drop-in sessions and appointments, as willmembers of the Disability Advisory Service.Accommodation Services is also based in the Compass, and amember of their staff will be available at the counter here fromMonday to Friday, 14.00-16.00....OFFERS DROP-IN SESSIONS WITHSPECIALIST ADVISORS6

17. Level 0The Terrace CaféHere is a newly-refurbished café serving light refreshmentsduring the day, and a large area for relaxing, study and meetingfriends. There is also an outdoor terrace which affords fantasticviews over the Thames to the South Bank.18. Level 2The terrace cafe, level 0The Waterfront BarThe Waterfront is another fantastic place to meet friends forsome post-study winding down. Open from 09.00 for coffee,pastries and sandwiches, the bar is fully licensed from middayand serves a delicious range of snacks and meals.19. Level 3The Waterfront bar, level 2Modern Language CentreKing’s College London Counselling, Welfare & Health ClinicThe Counselling Service is here to help students cope withpersonal and emotional problems, whether or not they affect theirstudies. Free, accessible and confidential healthcare is providedhere to students by a team of doctors, nurses and healthcareprofessionals. You are welcome to look around the Health Centre(groups of 3 or more must book in advance on 020 7848 2613)but please check in at reception first.20. To leave the Macadam Building, return to Level 1 and go back throughThe Bridge, retracing your footsteps back to the King’s Building. Returningalong the corridor opposite the lifts on your right and just before the GreatHall entrance, take the small staircase down to Level -1. Turn right at thebottom.The second door on your left is the Open Learning Centre (Room K-1.072,Strand Building)The Open Learning Centre is available to all students learning alanguage, whether enrolled on full-time or part-time courses withthe Modern Language Centre, or on degree programmes with alanguage component.21. Doubling back on yourself, go to the end of the corridor, and use thestaircase at the top of the ramp to go down to the second basement.Turn left and walk through the door.Turn right and straight ahead is the Arthur & Paula Lucas LectureTheatre (S-2.18)This lecture theatre seats 300 people, and is also used forconferences and film screenings.22. Head back up the stairs to reception on the ground floor.ARTHUR & PAULA LUCASLECTURE THEATREYou can finish the tour here, or if you want, carry on to our impressiveMaughan Library – a trip well worth making if you have the time.7

Maughan Library tourThe Maughan Library serves the teaching of the Strand Campus, andis just a seven minute walk away. Audio tours are available from thelift lobby. Please notify the library before your visit on 020 7848 2424.1. Come out of the main Strand reception and turn right.The StrandThe disused Strand underground station on your right was closedin 1994 and is often used as a film set, notably V for Vendetta,Atonement and 28 Weeks Later. You will pass the ModernLanguage Centre’s offices and the King’s shop, also on your right.The Maughan LibrarySir Deryck Maughan and wife2. Continue along the street until you reach The Royal Courts of Justice onyour left 4 . Cross the road by the Church of St Clement Danes (built by St.Paul’s Cathedral architect, Sir Christopher Wren) and continue in the samedirection until you can turn left into Chancery Lane.The Maughan Library is situated on the right side of the street, directlyopposite The Law Society 5Built in several stages between 1851 and 1898, this wonderfulGrade II* listed building used to be England’s Public Record Office,and was the first fire-proof building in the country. It housed thecountry’s public records, such as the Magna Carta, and was eventhe setting for a scene in the novel, The Da Vinci Code.The building was named to honour a former student, Sir DeryckMaughan and his wife, and won the 2003 City Heritage Award. Itwas officially opened by The Queen in 2002.The Maughan Library now houses an estimated 750,000 books,along with journals and multimedia collections, providing over 1,000user places, 300 student computers, and wireless internet access,along with individual and group study spaces.3. Walk through the gateway under the arch.Foyle Special Collections LibraryThe Foyle Special Collections Library is on your rightThis collection contains around 170,000 rare books andmanuscripts, as well as thousands of maps, slides, and soundrecordings. Amongst the manuscript material is the CarnegieCollection of British Music, a collection of original, signedmanuscripts, many of them by notable composers.8

4. Walk towards the main steps to enter the library on your left.Entrance to the Maughan LibraryTo gain access to the building you will need to ask the security staffwhen you get to the barriers. As you enter, look up – you will see arare example of a painted zinc ceiling (the Round Reading room alsodisplays another fine example).5. At the top of the steps immediately ahead of you is the Service Area.Maughan Library entranceService AreaThe Library is equipped with a number of Self Service machines,for users to issue and return their books. Staff at the EnquiryDesk are on hand for all queries including helping users with themachines, resolving any problems in using services and providingassistance in navigating the library’s vast resources.6. With the Service Desk behind you, walk back into the corridor and turnleft. Walk along the corridor, and continue until you get to the lift lobby onyour right.RESTORED ENTRANCE CEILING PANELSLift lobby Ground FloorThe lift lobbies on this floor contain various machines to assist userswith their library activities, such as laptops for loan, print credittop-up machines, photocopy card dispensers, change machines, andlibrary catalogue computers.7. From the corridor again, continue until you get to the Short Loan Collectionon your left.The Short Loan Collection, Ground FloorThis walk-in section contains items available for very short periods,and can only be issued on the self-service machines in this area. Thesection also contains photocopying facilities, a binding machine andadditional library catalogue computers.self-service laptop loans9

8. From the corridor continue until the multimedia section on the right.Multimedia and music scores, Ground FloorThe multimedia section contains DVDs, VHS, CDs, cassettes andrecords along with the equipment to use them. It also contains musicscores, an electric piano for student use, and scanners.9. From the corridor continue straight through several sets of doors paststaircase D. Walk to the end of the corridor towards a large room.Short Loan CollectionThe Trusthouse Student Computing/Teaching Room, Ground FloorThis is a good example of the many student computing rooms atThe Maughan Library, with a group study room to the right.10. Go back towards the staircase D that you have just passed, noticing theroom to your right.Round Reading RoomRetaining many of its original features, such as the light fittingsand slate shelves, this magnificent room was previously used as theLiterary Search Room, and added in 1863. It is one of King’s mosticonic settings, and has featured on TV shows and adverts.The Round Reading Room11. Go back towards staircase D and walk down one level to Lower GroundFloor. Turn right at the bottom of the stairs and walk through the doors intothe corridor. Turn right again.Silent Student Computing Room, Lower Ground FloorAmong the various student computing rooms on this floor, this one isspecifically aimed at users preferring a quieter environment.12. Continue along the corridor.Original Cell, Lower Ground FloorHere you can see one of two original cells left from when thebuilding was the Public Record Office. The iron cell doors, ironshelving and slate shelves reduced the risk of fire in the building.INSIDE THE ORIGINAL CELL13. Continue along the corridor through the doors.Café, Lower Ground FloorThroughout term time, the café is open for hot and cold food, andalso has vending machines for out-of-hours service.14. Continue along the corridor past the stores. At staircase C turn rightthrough the doors to go up one level to the Ground Floor. At the top turn rightand walk through several sets of doors and along the corridor.THE CAFE IS A GREAT PLACE TO EAT,STUDY AND SOCIALISEAccessible Formats RoomStudents requiring a voice activated software facility can book thebooth in this room at the Service Desk.10

Group Study RoomPresentations can often be daunting, so King’s offers group studyareas to anyone wanting to practise their presentation skills.Group study at the MaughanThe Weston Room (through double doors, on the left)The Weston Room is on the site of the former Rolls Chapel, whichwas medieval in origin. It has an intricate mosaic floor and its stainedglass windows commemorate early Masters of the Rolls, who arethe second most senior judges in England and Wales, after the LordChief Justice. The room is often used for exhibitions and events, andis another sought-after location for TV and film.15. Walk back towards staircase C. At staircase C, turn right through thedoors, go past the toilets and then walk straight on to continue along thecorridor towards the first lift lobby 1 and 2 on the right.Lift lobby 1 and 2The self-service machines located here provide extra service pointsand extend the hours for users to issue or return items beyond thetime of staffed desks. This proves particularly helpful and popularduring the exam period when the library opens 24/7, giving ourhardworking, passionate students almost limitless study capacity.The Weston RoomIf you would like to continue your visit to see typical study areas andsubject collections then please follow the relevant directions from thelift lobby.First Floor for law, arts and humanities, social science and public policycollectionsSecond Floor for natural and mathematical sciences, humanities, socialsciences and public policy collectionsExit at the Ground Floor.THE PRINCIPAL LAUNCHING THECHINA INSTITUTEAhead of you is the award-winning gardens and statue of ConfuciusThe gardens in front of you are the last stop on the tour, and perfectfor a rest after a hard study session in the Maughan - especially goodto enjoy your lunch here on a sunny day. The statue here is of thegreat Chinese educator and thinker, Confucius, and was unveiledby the Principal to mark the opening of what is now the King’s LauChina Institute.Coordinating and developing academic links with institutions inChina, Taiwan, Singapore and Hong Kong, the Institute provides ahome for cutting-edge research and teaches innovative postgraduateprogrammes on contemporary China. It aims to provide a hub ofexcellence, promote understanding and build connections throughresearch and knowledge sharing, study, and staff and studentexchanges.Main gateFor more information on the Maughan Library,see www.kcl.ac.uk/library11

www.kcl.ac.uk/connectThat’s it! The end of the tourAs the tour draws to an end, we sincerely hope that you enjoyedyour time here and that you have been able to get a flavour of life atKing’s. King’s is not only a series of buildings – it is also a communitymade up of students, courses, facilities, staff, and academic and socialopportunities. Please come and join us again in the future, and helpshape the world around you from the heart of London.If you enjoyed this tour, and would like to see more, then ourWaterloo Campus is only a 10 minute walk over Waterloo Bridge,and a Self-Guided Tour leaflet is available from the reception of theFranklin-Wilkins Building, based on Stamford Street.And don’t worry if you can’t make it back here in person, as you canalways take a virtual tour of the College at www.kcl.ac.uk/tourWatch some of our videos atwww.youtube.com/kingscollegelondonFollow us on Twitter, join us on Facebook, and catch up with thelatest King’s news at www.kcl.ac.uk/connect12

Important ContactsAccommodation ServicesB1 The CompassMacadam BuildingStrand Campus+44 (0)20 7848 2759www.kcl.ac.uk/accommAdmissionsFor all prospective student andadmissions enquiries+44 (0)20 7848 7000prospective@kcl.ac.ukCareers & EmployabilityKing’s Careers & EmployabilityLevel 1, Macadam BuildingStrand Campus+44 (0)20 7848 7134careers@kcl.ac.ukwww.kcl.ac.uk/careersThe CompassFor all current student enquiriesFloor B1, Macadam BuildingStrand Campus+44 (0)20 7848 7070thecompass@kcl.ac.ukwww.kcl.ac.uk/thecompassFollow us on Twitter@KingsCompassDisability Advisory Service+44 (0)20 7848 3398disability@kcl.ac.ukwww.kcl.ac.uk/disabilityEnglish Language Centre26-29 Drury LaneLondon WC 2B 5RL+44 (0)20 7848 1600elc@kcl.ac.ukwww.kcl.ac.uk/elcFinance & FundingStudent Funding OfficeG.31 James Clerk Maxwell BuildingWaterloo Campus+44 (0)20 7848 4362/4471/4472funding@kcl.ac.ukwww.kcl.ac.uk/fundingInternational studentsFor information about visits to yourcountry and other events see below.International Marketing TeamG47 James Clerk Maxwell BuildingWaterloo Campus+44 (0)20 7848 3388international@kcl.ac.ukwww.kcl.ac.uk/internationalFollow us on Twitter @KingsGlobalOpen daysSchools & Colleges Liaison Team+44 (0)20 7848 3988/3219openday@kcl.ac.ukwww.kcl.ac.uk/opendayOnline prospectuswww.kcl.ac.uk/prospectusStudent Advice & InternationalStudent Support+44 (0)20 7848 6858advice@kcl.ac.ukwww.kcl.ac.uk/adviceFollow us on Twitter @KingsAdviceStudents’ UnionKCLSU, The LobbyMacadam BuildingSurrey StreetStrand Campus+44 (0)20 7848 1588enquiries@kclsu.orgwww.kclsu.orgFind us: facebook.com/kclsupageFollow us: twitter.com/kclsu

Further notesAs a multi-campus university in the heart of London, King’s is proud of its diversity, including ourunique estate. However often newer buildings have been added next to older ones, meaning that thefloors of one building sometimes do not match up to the next. This can be somewhat confusing forvisitors to King’s, especially at the Strand Campus, which is actually a selection of several buildingsdating from 1831 to the 1970s. We have tried to guide you through with this tour, but please be awarethat the multitude of fascinating staircases and array of intriguing corridors can sometimes lead to areaswhich are difficult to find your way back from!Getting hereUnderground: Temple (District and Circle lines): 2 minutewalk. Charing Cross (Bakerloo and Northern lines):10 minute walk. Embankment (District, Circle, Northernand Bakerloo lines): 10 minute walk. Waterloo (Jubilee,Northern, Bakerloo, Waterloo & City lines): 12 minutewalk. Holborn (Central and Picadilly lines): 12 minute walk.Chancery Lane (Central line): use exit 4 – 15 minute walk.Train: Charing Cross: 9 minute walk. Waterloo: 12 minutewalk. Waterloo East: 10 minute walk. Blackfriars: 12minute walk.Bus: buses stopping outside the College: 1, 4, 26, 59, 68,76, X68, 168, 171, 172, 176 (24 hour), 188, 243 (24 hour),341 (24 hour), 521, RV1.Parking: no public parking, but a pay and display parkingsystem operates in nearby streets including SurreyStreet.Motorcycles: bays in the Strand, Arundel Street, TemplePlace and other nearby streets.Bicycle stands: in the quadrangle of the Strand Campus.Travelling to the Maughan LibraryUnderground: Chancery Lane (Central line): use exit 4 –6 minute walk. Temple (District and Circle lines):6 minute walk.On foot from the Strand: 8 minute walk (see map).Bicycle stands: within the courtyard, to the right of theentry arch.From other campuses to StrandCampusFrom Guy’s CampusOn foot: 35 minute walk. Go west along St ThomasStreet, turn left into Borough High Street and thenright into Southwark Street. Turn right into BlackfriarsRoad, cross Blackfriars Bridge, walk along VictoriaEmbankment to Temple Place. Turn right into SurreyStreet then left in to the Strand.Bus: at London Bridge take the 521 towards Waterloovia Holborn. Or take the 381 to Waterloo, changing atWaterloo onto a 1, 4, 172, 171, 168 or 243.Underground: Jubilee line to Westminster, then changeand take the District line to Temple.Boat: from London Bridge City Pier take the ThamesClipper to Savoy Pier. From Savoy Pier, walk to the Strand.From THE Denmark Hill CampusBus: take the 68 bus.Train and underground: take the London & South EastRailway to Blackfriars. Take the District or Circle linefrom Blackfriars to Temple.From THE Waterloo CampusOn foot: walk across Waterloo Bridge and turn rightonto the Somerset House terrace. The entrance to theStrand Campus is next to Somerset House on the left.Bus: take any bus that goes across Waterloo Bridge andget off at the Strand side of the bridge.Underground: take the Bakerloo or Northern line toEmbankment, then change and take the District or Circleline to Temple.From THE St Thomas’ CampusOn foot: walk across Westminster Bridge and then alongVictoria Embankment until turning left into Surrey Streetand then into the Strand.Bus: take the 507 bus to Waterloo, then change on to a 1,4, 172, 26, 168, 243, 68, 171 or 59.Underground: walk across Westminster Bridge toWestminster station and take the District or Circle lineto Temple.