Edinburgh and Scottish Collection - Library locations and opening hours
Name
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
News
If you wish to consult the Electoral Registers, please contact the department in advance, so material can be made available.
Due to the ongoing internal re-organisation of our resource collections, the Valuation Rolls are currently unavailable for consultation. This is temporary to allow the Valuation Rolls to be moved within Central Library. We apologise for any inconvenience and aim to make them available again at the earliest.
About
The place to find out about Scotland and its capital. Fantastic heritage collections cover history, maps, literature, local and family history as well as up to date information about your local area.
Visiting Central Library, you can
- browse and borrow books
- return your books
- pick up free period products
- use a study space
- use the photocopier
- collect hearing aid batteries
- use a public computer and print
- apply for a National Entitlement Card (bus pass).
Facilities
Public toilets in Central Library
Audio induction loop
Free Wi-Fi
Study spaces with power outlets. 16 charging points are available.
Printer/photocopier
Microfilm/microfiche readers
'Free Edinburgh's History' large touchscreen terminal
Access to Ancestry Institutional Access, British Newspaper Archive and other eresources
Food waste bags available to buy
Pick up free recycling box covers
Lift access
