The Edinburgh Tool Library

The Edinburgh Tool Library borrow tools ~ access workshops ~ volunteer with us ~ more info👇
linktr.ee/edinburghtoollibrary Welcome to the UK's first tool library!

The Edinburgh Tool Library (ETL) lend tools of all kinds to its members. Gardening, decorating, machine repair - if you need it, why not take a look at us before buying? Sharing is good for the planet and your wallet 👇

https://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk/



Workshops

We run open workshop sessions at our venues in Leith and Portobello. Due to Covid, workshop sessions are currently limited to 6 p

articipants, and participants must be inducted before they can use the workshops. Being a safe space for everyone in our community is very important to us here at the tool library – that’s why we run a weekly Women’s Workshop for women and non-binary folx. We also run paid classes aimed at beginner-level woodworkers, and one-off making events. To book an induction, workshop spot or see a program of current events and classes, see 👇

https://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk/workshops-events/

If you have any additional accessibility needs or suggestions, please get in touch! It’s very important to us that anyone who wants to use the tool library can 👇

[email protected]


Volunteer

Become a Tooligan! You don’t have to know everything (or anything) to help out at the tool library. We’re always looking for volunteers to help with running the library, fundraising and tool repair and maintenance. Apply here 👇

https://tinyurl.com/635ftucj


Support Us

Donate (working) tools or skills; join our adopt a tool scheme; or simply donate some cash 👇

https://edinburghtoollibrary.org.uk/support-us/

📢 New Workshops at the Edinburgh Tool LibraryWe are beyond excited to welcome Teresa Hunyadi, a wood sculptor with a str...
24/08/2026

📢 New Workshops at the Edinburgh Tool Library

We are beyond excited to welcome Teresa Hunyadi, a wood sculptor with a strong emphasis on sustainability, for a series of workshops inspired by the natural world.

If you have ever wanted to learn more about wood carving and immerse yourself in a deeply creative practice, why not join us for a joyful and hands on session?

🪵 Rosette Carving
📅 Tuesday 6th October
⏰ 6pm - 8.30pm

🪵 Bird Carving (kids-friendly workshop!)
📅 Thursday 8th October
⏰ 4.30pm - 6.30pm

🪵 Whale Carving
📅 Sunday 11th October
⏰ 10am - 4pm

Please follow the link in our bio to book your spot via Humanitix.

We hope to see you there 💚

📢 New Class Alert!!DIY Basics: Introduction to Power ToolsEver wanted to borrow a tool from our library but weren't quit...
21/08/2026

📢 New Class Alert!!

DIY Basics: Introduction to Power Tools

Ever wanted to borrow a tool from our library but weren't quite sure where to start? Or looking for a way to gain some more confidence using tools at home? Then this is the class for you!

This will be a fun and practical beginner-friendly introduction to power tools. This class is designed for anyone who wants to learn the basics in a relaxed and supportive environment. No previous DIY experience is needed.

Book your spot now via Humanitix, link in our bio 💚

Please note: You must be a member of the Edinburgh Tool Library and have completed a Safety Induction to attend this ses...
20/08/2026

Please note: You must be a member of the Edinburgh Tool Library and have completed a Safety Induction to attend this session.

There are still spaces this Saturday to book a bench at our Community Workshop this Saturday and practice your woodworking skills and work on your own project in a fun and supportive environment, led by our volunteers!

Tickets can be booked via Humanitix, found out the link in bio.

Hope to see you down there!

Great opportunity for the young makers among us. Our Tools for Life mentorship programme, now called the Young Adults Ma...
13/08/2026

Great opportunity for the young makers among us. Our Tools for Life mentorship programme, now called the Young Adults Makers Group will have new sessions from September till November to sign up for.

Learn DIY and woodworking skills from a professional crafts person, grow your confidence and make something useful for the community! Plus its free, thanks to the support of National Lottery Community Fund.

More information and how to sign up in our bio.

We just had to share this lovely quote from one of our participants of the Trans and Non-binary Makers Group. Quotes lik...
08/08/2026

We just had to share this lovely quote from one of our participants of the Trans and Non-binary Makers Group. Quotes like these tops up our spoons!!

Our Trans and Non-binary Makers Group meets fortnightly on a Tuesday at our community workshop in Leith. Book your spot it's very energising!

It's not just the festival to be excited about this year, this August we are running our very first Membership Month! Th...
06/08/2026

It's not just the festival to be excited about this year, this August we are running our very first Membership Month!

This month if you sign up as a member of the Edinburgh Tool Library, you will receive an extra month on your membership!

Giving you...
* 13 months of access to 3000+ tools to borrow for all your home DIY and gardening projects
* Access to our affordable bench sessions in our community woodworking / bike workshop
* 10% discount on all our classes
+ a community full of knowledge and skills to learn from and share with.

A standard membership is £40 a year, and £10 for a concession membership.

Ready for your next DIY project? Sign up today and DO IT WITH US and our community of makers, sharers and repairers! Link in bio 💚🛠

If you've completed your Safety Induction and are looking for a place to work on your own project, why not book a bench ...
05/08/2026

If you've completed your Safety Induction and are looking for a place to work on your own project, why not book a bench this Saturday and join us in the workshop?

It's a great place to meet other members and use our larger machines with the help of our friendly volunteers whilst practicing your woodworking and growing your skills.

Click the link in our bio to book your spot via Humanitix.

See you in the workshop 🛠️💚

Correction:📅 Sunday 23rd August⏰ 1pm - 4pmCome and join us! Repair Café Edinburgh will be popping up at Our Community Wo...
05/08/2026

Correction:

📅 Sunday 23rd August
⏰ 1pm - 4pm

Come and join us! Repair Café Edinburgh will be popping up at Our Community Workshop in Leith, where volunteers will be on hand to help you repair your broken electrical, electronic and mechanical devices such as toys, small / low-voltage electricals, laptops… we'll also have help on hand if you want to try fabrics and clothing repairs.

Alongside this we will also feature screenings of Can Everything Be Mended? - a poetic short film exploring whether everything can (or should) be mended, and how repair is an act of resistance.

Link in bio to register for your spot and find out more via Humanitix.

See you there!

📢 New Class Alert!!Introduction to Woodworking: Make your own Creepie StoolWant to learn the basics of tools in our work...
23/07/2026

📢 New Class Alert!!

Introduction to Woodworking: Make your own Creepie Stool

Want to learn the basics of tools in our workshop and come out with your own Creepie Stool? Why not join us in our Community Workshop for a fun class run over two evening sessions.

In these hands on classes, you will learn the fundamentals of woodworking all within a supportive and safe environment. Even better, this class also provides you with a Safety Induction, meaning you can book a bench in our open sessions to work on future projects of your own!

10% off for ETL members! Link in bio to find out more and get tickets via Humanitix.

We still have lots space at our upcoming Women & Non-Binary Book a Bench session this Saturday! Why not join us for a fr...
09/07/2026

We still have lots space at our upcoming Women & Non-Binary Book a Bench session this Saturday!

Why not join us for a friendly, volunteer run session to practice your woodworking skills in a safe and encouraging space? Please note that these sessions are for members who have previously attended a Safety Induction.

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32 Tennant Street
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