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The best places to study in London, according to Reddit

The 3 places to study in London that people on Reddit named as places they worked from, led by Kings Cross, British Library, The Wellcome Library and Pancras Square Library. The 7 after them are our own picks, by work score, to make 10.

Ranked by how many Reddit threads name the place as somewhere to work, then by work score. Quoted as written, linked to the thread. One branch per chain.

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  1. 01Kings Cross, British Library

    libraryGoods Way, King's CrossWork 97

    Named in 3 Reddit threads.

    British library? I used to work there all the time.
    r/londonSeptember 2026

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  2. 02The Wellcome Library

    library183 Euston RoadWi‑FiWork 100

    Named in 2 Reddit threads.

    that place is dead quiet most days and nobody rushes you out. just don't be the person eating a full meal at the desk and you're golden
    r/londonSeptember 2026

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  3. 03Pancras Square Library

    library5 Pancras SquareWork 87

    There are lots of tables to work from, some OK internet but mobile reception is pretty limited. Nice and bright and well lit on the top floor.
    r/londonMarch 2024

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Our picks

Reddit named 3. These are the next best by work score, one branch per chain.

  1. 04Mare Street Market

    café117 Mare StreetWi‑FiWork 100

    variety of seating—ranging from couches and communal tables to more intimate nooks—makes it an excellent choice
    BLocal

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  2. 05Attendant

    café8-9 Folgate StreetWi‑FiWork 100

    Attendant Coffee Roasters spacious layout and ample seating make it easy to settle in for a few hours with a laptop
    The Global CircleJuly 2025

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  3. 06The British Library

    library96 Euston Rd.Wi‑FiPowerWork 100

    There are desks with power outlets available to work from and of course, free Wifi ... not the place to go if you plan on making calls
    The Global CircleJuly 2025

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  4. 07Peckham Library

    library122 Peckham Hill StWi‑FiWork 100

    modern design, natural lighting, and quiet ambiance make it a fantastic choice for freelancers
    BLocal

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  5. 08ODEON Luxe West End

    café38a Leicester Square, London★ 4.6Wi‑FiWork 100

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  6. 09Harlesden Library

    libraryCraven Park Road, HarlesdenPowerWork 100

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  7. 10Dana Library and Research Centre

    library165 Queen's GateWi‑FiPowerWork 100

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Quoted from the Reddit threads linked, which are not ours. If a quote is yours and you would rather it were not here, email us and it comes down.