Penicuik's Library of Things - PLoT

12/07/2025

Our amazing PLoTs volunteers have restored the historic brick building behind Pen-y-Coe Press—now officially our maintenance and project workshop! It's a space for skill-sharing, fixing-up, and building brilliant things together.

Want to lend a hand or be part of the movement?
🛠️ Join us as a volunteer or member: https://things.penicuik.org.uk/the-library

04/07/2025

A timely reminder🕑

24/04/2025

A huge thank you to Samantha for her generous donation of a Kreg Deck Jig!
It's now available at the Penicuik Library of Things and ready to be borrowed by anyone tackling a decking project.

22/04/2025

Summer is right around the corner 🌞, and we're here to help you get your garden and outdoor spaces in tip-top shape. We're now lending out a Scarifier & Moss Raker 🌿—your go-to tool for a pristinely maintained garden—along with two fantastic pressure washers: the Compact model for quick spot cleans 🚀 and the Premium model for those heavy-duty tasks 💪.

Pop by the library or visit this link (https://penicuikthings.myturn.com/library/inventory/browse) to reserve your gear. Here's to a season of crisp, clean spaces and endless summer fun! 🏡

21/10/2024

Big announcement! ✨
🌱 We're thrilled to announce that PLoTs has been awarded a grant from the Midlothian Climate Action Hub Small Grants Fund! With this support, we've added some fantastic new tools to our inventory:

🔧 DeWalt 18v Combi Drill 🔨 DeWalt 18v Impact Driver 📷 Hikmicro Eco Thermal Imaging Camera

Thank you for your continuous support in our mission to create a greener future! 💚

23/09/2024

18/09/2024

Back by popular request, we will be running apple pressing at the Storehouse again this year!

10/09/2024

🍏 PLoTs Apple Pressing is Back in Demand! 🍏

The 2024 apple season kicks off with an exciting event at Penicuik Storehouse on September 21st! 🎉

Every weekend until early November is already booked, but there’s plenty of availability mid-week. Don’t miss out on this fun and fruitful experience! 🍎🍏

04/09/2024

Discover Penicuik Library of Things!
This amazing organisation lends out a variety of items to the local community, from a hammer to an apple press machine.
Borrow instead of buying, save money, and help reduce waste! 🌎♻️

02/09/2024

Update: Our webpage is back to normal! Thank you for your patience. 😊

🚨 Heads up! 🚨 We’re experiencing some technical issues with our webpage. But no worries! You can still access our inventory here: https://penicuikthings.myturn.com/library/inventory/browse . If you need further assistance, feel free to email us at [email protected]. 📧

04/07/2024

Is your hedge looking wild and in urgent need of a trim? Look no further! 🌳🌱

We’re excited to share that the Library of Things has received a generous donation: a mains electric hedge trimmer! 🎉 Now, in addition to our trusty battery-powered trimmer, members can choose the tool that suits their needs best. Whether you’re tackling unruly shrubs or maintaining a pristine garden, we’ve got you covered. 🌿✂️

Visit us today and borrow the perfect trimmer for your green space! 📚🌿 https://things.penicuik.org.uk/the-library/

26/06/2024

📢 Exciting News! Our library now has a brand-new paint sprayer! ✨ It’s ready for you to borrow. 🖌🖌👷‍♂️
Remember, becoming a member is easy: just £15 (£10 for concessions) per year, and you can loan as many items as you need. If you’d like to join but need assistance with the membership fee, reach out to us. We’re here to help through our pay-it-forward scheme! 💙🤝