Bernard Ilsley | The London Medium
About Bernard Ilsley
For more than four decades, Bernard Ilsley has worked professionally as a medium, giving private readings, public demonstrations and theatre appearances across the United Kingdom and the United States. Known professionally as The London Medium, his career has brought together mediumship, public performance and a lifelong fascination with the unexplained.
His journey has been anything but conventional. From an early fascination with the unseen, Bernard’s work has taken him into theatres, radio and television studios, historic houses and private homes, as well as into the lives of people from every walk of life.
Throughout his career, his approach to mediumship has remained simple: direct, natural and sincere. Bernard has never sought to tell people what they should believe. Instead, he shares what he experiences and allows each person to reach their own conclusions.
His career has included appearances on British television and radio, public events throughout the UK and performances in the United States, including California and the East Coast. Alongside his public work, he continues to give private consultations to clients internationally.
Many of the extraordinary people, places and experiences encountered throughout Bernard’s life have also found their way into his writing.
His book Divinus Spiritus explores mediumship, spirit communication and a remarkable collection of experiences that have shaped his understanding of the unseen world.
Its companion volume, Ultra Velum: Beyond the Veil, ventures further into mediumship, history, symbolism, ancient ideas, extraordinary coincidences and the people and places that have become part of a much larger story.
After more than four decades, Bernard remains as fascinated by these subjects as he was at the beginning.
There are still questions to be asked, mysteries to explore and, perhaps most importantly, doors that have yet to be opened.
Latest News
NEW RELEASE, Ultra Velum Beyond the Veil
19 September 2026
Ultra Velum, the new book by Bernard Ilsley, The London Medium, explores mediumship, symbolism, history and the Seven Keys, with its launch at Chatsworth House on 16 October 2026.
Dear Bernard, I called into Star 99.9 and I just have to say thank you. We were able to ask one question, and it meant the world to me that you were able to connect with who I was hoping would come through. That day was one of the best days I have had in a long time. You helped me find peace. Thank you again. You have such a gift, and I thank you for choosing to use it to help other people.
Rachel Agosto - 2019
“An absolutely fascinating read, definitely worth buying”
If you are at all curious about spiritualism, mediumship, or the unexplained, this book by Bernard is a must-read.
It is incredibly interesting, packed with unique perspectives, and keeps you thoroughly engaged.
It’s rare to find a book that balances personal experience with such thought-provoking concepts so perfectly. It is absolutely worth buying!
Thank you to the author for sharing this!
Pam (Amazon UK, Verified Purchase) 04/09/2026 TESTIMONIAL ★★★★★
Hello Bernard. How very exciting this pre-book tour must be. I only wish that I was in the UK during this time so that I could personally applaud you and your uncanny abilities. Thank you, Bernard, for all that you have accomplished in Europe, the UK and here in the USA.
Don (New York, USA) - 2006
I saw you many years ago and you were very accurate. I would like another reading.
Ashwinder (UK) - 1999
Thanks so much for an awesome reading. Have a safe trip home and see you next time you are in town!
Tracey Allen (2019)
Thank you for my readings. I came to see you ten years ago and you got everything correct. I have been to see others since, but you are the only one who has been right. Thank you.
Elaine (UK) - 2007
You have been like a knight in shining armour to me over the past six or seven months, and I want to thank you for your help.
Eliza (UK) - 2003
Dear Bernard, I wanted to thank you for the profound and life-changing effect you have had since our first reading in Birmingham in 2004. I have had several readings since then, and each one was full of deep, meaningful and sincere guidance on the possible paths in my life. To a lay person, it would be difficult to explain the unbelievable accuracy and insight from each reading. I know the heartfelt sincerity in your advice and I thank you warmly.
Sabu (UK) - 2007
Bernard, I enjoyed your book. Thank you for the reading. I was comforted and affirmed.
Suzy Coulter
Suzy (New York) - 2019
I enjoyed attending the show! It was awesome to see Bernard in action, sharing his gifts with the audience. Never have I seen anyone like him before. Thank you, Ridgefield Playhouse, for hosting the show!
Lisa Erlacher Jovanelly - (USA) 2019