East Lothian Library Services

East Lothian Library Services East Lothian Library Services welcomes residents of East Lothian and visitors to all their branches.

With free internet access, DVD hire and a vast selection of books, there has never been a better time to explore your local library! Dunbar Library
East Linton Library
Gullane Library
Haddington Library
Longniddry Library
Musselburgh Library
North Berwick Library
Ormiston Library
Port Seton Library
Prestonpans Library
Tranent Library
Wallyford Library
2 mobiles servicing schools and rural areas in East Lothian

Reading helps us step into someone else’s shoes. While the Empathy Day Festival shines a light on children and young pe...
05/06/2026

Reading helps us step into someone else’s shoes. While the Empathy Day Festival shines a light on children and young people, we can all grow our empathy—one book at a time—and help build more understanding communities.

Today marks the start of the Empathy Day Festival, and we're asking readers of all ages to join us in celebrating kindne...
04/06/2026

Today marks the start of the Empathy Day Festival, and we're asking readers of all ages to join us in celebrating kindness and connection!

Branches will have special displays of books which champion the values of Empathy and there will be more on their way soon, so keep your eyes peeled!

For information about free online events and activities, visit the page. The festival runs from June 4th - 11th, so don't delay and get involved today!

Libraries are where communities come together 💛Whether it’s a Bookbug session, a games group, help getting online, or ju...
04/06/2026

Libraries are where communities come together 💛

Whether it’s a Bookbug session, a games group, help getting online, or just a warm place to be- there’s always something happening.

Come in, connect, and belong.

Looking for your next read? 👀Discover:..stories for all ages with books for babies, toddlers, children, teens, young adu...
03/06/2026

Looking for your next read? 👀

Discover:
..stories for all ages with books for babies, toddlers, children, teens, young adults and adults...the past with historical fiction and non-fiction including people and events from Scottish and East Lothian history...your potential with non-fiction on cooking, gardening, psychology and more - could your hobby become your dream career move?..our 24/7 offer with eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines, newspapers, digital comics, graphic novels and manga, driving theory test practice and music lesson videos all available from the library website.

There’s something for everyone online or at your local library.

A few pounds a week on the newspaper can add up. Fortunately, with East Lothian Libraries, it's never been easier to get...
02/06/2026

A few pounds a week on the newspaper can add up. Fortunately, with East Lothian Libraries, it's never been easier to get your news totally free with PressReader! 📰

From the East Lothian Courier to the Guardian, the Economist to Rolling Stone, a whole host of great reads are waiting for you. With a catalogue of thousands of newspapers and magazines available, you're sure to find something to interest you on PressReader! Available on your home devices or for use on library computers, you can get access wherever suits you best! 🖥

For more information on how to get started using PressReader, visit your local branch and ask the staff for help, or visit our website which you can access using the following link!

https://bit.ly/ELCPressreader

Joining your library is FREE and easy ✅✔ Join online✔ Sign up in person✔ Start borrowing right awayYou can join online a...
02/06/2026

Joining your library is FREE and easy ✅

✔ Join online
✔ Sign up in person
✔ Start borrowing right away

You can join online at www.eastlothian.gov.uk/libraries and start using our online resources immediately. If you'd like to borrow physical books just drop into one of our libraries with proof of your identity and address and we'll sign you up there and then.

You can borrow up to 15 books for 3 weeks at a time and there are no late fees if it takes a little longer to read your choices than you expected.

Discover the savings at your local library!📚 Borrow books instead of buying - the average hardback could cost more than ...
01/06/2026

Discover the savings at your local library!

📚 Borrow books instead of buying - the average hardback could cost more than £15 and a paperback £7.50 even with money off - how much would you save by borrowing instead of buying?
☕ Enjoy free warm drinks and comfortable seating in our warm and welcoming spaces to save having the heating on in the colder months.
🎶 Join in with our free activities for all ages including Bookbug Sessions - early years activity classes can cost between £6 and £11 per session.

All of this and our warm and friendly welcome completely FREE with your membership ✅
Discover more and start saving.

Get ready to turn up the volume on reading this summer! The 2026 is coming soon to libraries across the UK.This year’s...
30/05/2026

Get ready to turn up the volume on reading this summer! The 2026 is coming soon to libraries across the UK.

This year’s music-inspired theme: launches in just three weeks on Saturday, 20th June!

As part of the and , we’re inviting children to discover stories full of rhythm, music, and creativity, all FREE through the library.

Stay tuned for book recommendations, activities, and sign-up details coming soon!

The Reading Agency

What does your local library mean to you? is inviting libraries across the UK to take part in Day on Thursday 4th June...
29/05/2026

What does your local library mean to you?

is inviting libraries across the UK to take part in
Day on Thursday 4th June as part of the

East Lothian Libraries have so much to explore, from books and digital reading to events, activities and free services. Join us here this week to discover what your library can offer you. If you've not visited for a while you might be surprised!

Looking for your next read? We've got some exciting new titles in East Lothian Libraries, including:'Common Decency' by ...
26/05/2026

Looking for your next read? We've got some exciting new titles in East Lothian Libraries, including:

'Common Decency' by Tom Allen, the debut novel of the famed comedian which brings his signature wit to bear in this satire on the absurdities of everyday life in a small suburban community!
'Walk: Your Life Depends on it' by Courtney Conley and Milica McDowell, which acts as guide to all things walking, its health benefits for both mind and body, and practical advice on how it can help with all sorts of problems!
'Murder in Rome' by T.A. Williams, a cosy murder mystery following a retired detective and his trusty Labrador as they investigate a mysterious death in a luxury castle in Rome!

These are only a few of our new titles, with many more for you to discover! These books are available to reserve now, either on our website, the app or just popping into your local branch - why not try one out?

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Library And Musuem HQ, 41 Dunbar Road
Haddington
EH413PJ

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