Library and Heritage Services

 

Love Libraries logoWest Lothian has 14 community libraries (new window) and a shared Reference library at West Lothian College, providing a variety of services with something for everyone.  We also have two mobile libraries which will visit outlying areas of West Lothian. 

BIG BOOK SALE!!

West Lothian Libraries are holding a giant sale of adult books, children's books and DVDs to make way for new stock.

Don't miss your chance to come and grab a bargain!

The Big Book Sale takes place on Tuesday 23rd March between 11 am and 4 pm at Strathbrock Community Centre, Main Hall, 189a West Main Street, Broxburn.

For more information, please phone Library Headquarters on 01506 776336.

 

Easter Holidays

Libraries will be closed for Easter on the following dates :

  • Friday 2nd April
  • Saturday 3rd April
  • Monday 5th April

 

Ask Scotland logo Ask Scotland is an online reference service which brings together librarians from all over Scotland to provide expertise to answer your Scottish reference queries. Click on the Ask Scotland (new window) link to ask your question and you will receive a reply by email within 48 hours. 

 

What's On in West Lothian logo What's On in West Lothian

The March edition of the guide is now available.  This month's activities include World Book Day events, farmers' markets and computing courses.  Check out the What's On guide below to see what's happening in the local area!

 

Broxburn Library Refurbishment

Broxburn Library is currently closed, to allow for some modernisation work to create a more welcoming and modern environment. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause but are pleased to announce that the mobile library will be visiting three times a week (weather permitting). You may also use any of West Lothian's other libraries to borrow and return books. For more information, please click here or download the PDF at the bottom of the page.

Library Services Annual Report 2008-09

Book stamp View or download our latest annual report, available at the bottom of the page.

 

Library Performance Standards 2008-2009

What we promised to deliver, how we did in 2008-09  and our targets for 2009-10 are available to view or download at the botttom of the page. If you wish to comment on our service then please contact us on library.info@westlothian.gov.uk, as your feedback can help us improve our services to you.

 

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