Barclays’ history spans centuries, representing an extraordinary journey amidst numerous financial crises, global conflicts, and transformative revolutions from agriculture to industry and now technology.

This remarkable narrative finds its vivid expression in the Barclays Group Archives in Manchester, UK. Here, a wealth of photographs, ledgers, letters, minute books, and even unexpected artifacts converge to tell the Barclays story. These archives are not merely repositories of Barclays’ global business endeavours but also eloquently convey the enduring values that have shaped Barclays from its inception. The contents within are truly unique, irreplaceable, and invaluable.