The National Library of the United Kingdom is one of the most important research institutions and universal libraries in the world and, with over 170 million works, houses the largest media collection of any library in the world. So much concentrated knowledge in one place: it collects books from all times, all countries and in all languages, stores magazines, newspapers, brochures, sound recordings, patents, databases, maps, stamps, art prints, paintings and much more. The book collection includes works dating back to around 1600 BC.

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1. Regent's Canal Towpath – Camden Lock Market loop from Great Portland Street

13.4km

03:26

50m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Russell Square – The British Library loop from Holborn

7.26km

01:54

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Madame Tussauds, London – The British Library loop from Regent's Park

8.37km

02:10

50m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 20 m

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Location: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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The British Library

1. Regent's Canal Towpath – Camden Lock Market loop from Great Portland Street

2. Russell Square – The British Library loop from Holborn

3. Madame Tussauds, London – The British Library loop from Regent's Park

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