Community Workshop and Learning Space
Book a Bench Sessions
Weekly members access sessions are for all levels of experience. You have access to the workshop for 3 hours.
Our team of knowledgable volunteers are there to maintain a safe working environment for all. They can also give you support and advice on your project if needed.
- Basic PPE – goggles, ear defenders, dust masks
- a wide range of large-format tools
- an individual workbench
- screws and nails
- scrap wood
How to Book
- Visit our Booking Page on Humantix.com
- Choose an event from our upcoming events list
- Book a ticket that matches your Edinburgh Tool Library membership. £ 10 Standard Membership or £3 for Concession Membership + booking fee.
⚠️Safety Induction Required
You must complete a safety induction before using the workshop. Inductions completed in Custom Lane or Portobello also enable access to The Leith Workshop
Our wait list for inductions is currently closed.
Book a Bench – Supported Access
Each week, we we have a dedicated time where we give exclusive access to the workshop to members with specific access needs. Booking via Humantix is required.
This time slot rotates between the following groups:
Women & Non-Binary Makers Session
A monthly session for women (cis and trans) and non-binary people to work on their own project in a safe and inclusive space.
We believe there is no “right way” to look like a woman or a non-binary person. We celebrate all gender presentations and identities—whether you are high-femme, masculine-presenting, or anywhere in between, you belong here exactly as you are.
This session is led by volunteers.
You must be an Edinburgh Tool Library Member and have an up to date workshop safety induction.
LGBT+ Makers Session (coming soon)
Coming Soon- A monthly session for any LGBT+ identifying person to work on their own project in a safe and inclusive space.
This session is led by trained staff and supported by volunteers
Young Adult Makers Session (coming soon)
A monthly session for people aged 18-25 of all genders work on their own project in a safe and inclusive space.
Disabled Makers Session (coming soon)
A monthly session for disabled makers to work on their own project in a safe, supported and inclusive space. This session used to run from Portobello.
You must have an up to date workshop safety induction.
Address
32 Tennant Street, EH6 5ND
Opening Times:
Our staff team is based from this location. There is someone in the building most days 10:00am -2:00pm
Contact hello@etl.scot
