Library of Things

A Library of Things is an organisation which loans out items to members of its local community, promoting a sharing economy. These items can be anything and generally include DIY tools, garden machinery, kitchen appliances and generally useful household items.

The benefits of borrowing items from a Library of Things rather than owning them are multiple:

• saves on storage
• it's much cheaper than buying the item new
• each item gets a full life of use
• it reduces manufacturing and material usage
• it reduces waste and carbon emissions.

There are two Libraries of Things in Warwickshire, where you can borrow items that you might otherwise buy and only use a few times. For a small fee, you have access to a range of household items, including DIY and gardening tools, camping and party equipment. One is based within the Rugby Eco-Hub, and the other is based in the Leamington Eco-Hub (Facebook).

If you know of other Libraries of Things in Warwickshire, please send the details via email to climateemergency@warwickshire.gov.uk.