@libraryofthings

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libraryofthings.co.uk
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📺Did you spot us on @BBCLondonNews last night? Some great coverage this week helping Londoners find out about our ‘free thermal imaging camera’ campaign in partnership with community hub @GreenercleanerB & 17 local authorities🙌 – at East Ham, London
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🗞️Check out the full article online here: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9dn… – at East Ham, London

Londoners borrow thermal imaging cameras to cut heat loss

Hundreds of Londoners are using a free scheme to help identify where heat is escaping their homes.

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🔍🌡️Book your free borrow here: libraryofthings.co.uk/catalo… – at East Ham, London
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It's a big day for our #Barking lockers tomorrow!✨We're excited to showcase how affordable access to useful tools can make everyday life easier, cheaper and greener for residents in Barking and beyond💚 – at East Ham, London
Barking and Dagenham Council@lbbdcouncilFeb 16
We’re delighted that Their Majesties King Charles III & Queen Camilla will be visiting Barking Learning Centre, this Weds, to meet residents, volunteers & services. They are due to arrive at Barking Town Square late morning. You’re very welcome to join us and see Their Majesties
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👀 He must have caught wind of our big festive offer...🎉 Book ANY item out before the holidays & enjoy 11 days for the price of 1.5 🪚Tackle DIY projects 🧹 Get your home guest-ready ✅ Save money, waste & space Book from 23.12.25 to 02.01.26: libraryofthings.co.uk/catalo… – at East Ham, London
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Richmond Council
@LBRUT27 Nov 2025
The @libraryofthings is reducing barriers with a new delivery service in #LBRuT 🚚 This Disability History Month, borrow to save money and cut waste, all from the comfort of your own home! Find out what you can borrow and get delivered ⬇️ orlo.uk/JgiBS
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Your local library doesn’t just have books! You can rent tools, sewing machines and waffle makers from the @libraryofthings at #WoolwichLibrary! Reduce your environmental footprint + save by borrowing your tools today! @GreenwichLibs @Royal_Greenwich @Better_UK #LoveYourLibrary
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Camden Council
@CamdenCouncil12 Nov 2025
Come along to the Library of Things x Sharing Space Fest on Tues 18 Nov, 11am–2pm, at Swiss Cottage Library! There will be a kids disco, free waffles, DIY & energy-saving workshops and more! Find out more: eventbrite.co.uk/e/library-o… @ThinkDoCamden @libraryofthings
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With temperatures dropping and bills rising, we're making our thermal imaging cameras free to borrow this winter. 🔍 Spot heat loss 🏠 Make your home cosier 💸 Save on energy bills Find out more here: libraryofthings.co.uk/blog/b… Made possible by our London partners💜 – at London, England
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Big thanks to @lb_southwark @LBRUT @citywestminster @RBKC @hackneycouncil @SuttonCouncil @GreenercleanerB @wandbc @Brent_Council for supporting this offer, and of course @flir for making this camera more accessible 💗 – at London, England
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✨ Open for bookings Now in Swiss Cottage and 21 locations across London, with more on the way...! Get started here: participate.libraryofthings.… – at London, England
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Hey #Camden 👋 ever bought a new gadget or tool only to use it once or twice? Well, it just got A LOT easier to avoid those annoying single-use purchases as Swiss Cottage Library of Things is opening up for bookings next week 🎉 Register here: participate.libraryofthings.…
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Got home & garden projects on your September to-do list? Don’t want to waste money on new, bulky equipment? In Sutton you can access tools like carpet cleaners, drills, sanders & even fun stuff like projectors & speakers from the @libraryofthings @SuttonLibraries @SuttonCouncil
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H&F Council@LBHF29 Aug 2025
Borrow, don’t buy! The Hammersmith @libraryofthings has helped residents save £170,000. The local hub offers an affordable alternative to expensive household gadgets and DIY tools. Start borrowing now: lbhf.gov.uk/news/2025/08/bor…
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Richmond Council
@LBRUT1 Sep 2025
"I bought a sad-looking antique bureau on Facebook covered in an old yellowing varnish. I borrowed a hand sander to sand all the old varnish off, cleaned the brass and oiled the wood and now I love it!" Get borrowing from Twickenham's @libraryofthings ⬇️ orlo.uk/5ajjm
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💡 Need a something but don't want to buy one? @libraryofthings has you covered! 📍 Located Canada Water Library 💰 Tackle tasks & cut costs Start borrowing today! #CanadaWaterLibrary #LibraryOfThings
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🧵 Stitch your way into #SecondhandSeptember with our #ThingofTheMonth: the sewing machine! 💚 Perfect for anyone who wants to sew, mend, make or upcycle without the cost or storage faff of buying new: libraryofthings.co.uk/catalo… #slowfashion #circularfashion #rentalrevolution
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1 year of Ealing Library of Things! 🎉 A huge thanks to all the Ealing residents who have rented tools to fix, upcycle, upskill, clean and create. 🙌 Find out what impact a LoT has had in the borough: aroundealing.com/climate/lib…
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July's @libraryofthings Thing of the Month is a useful one👇 Whether you’re shifting equipment for an event, or food and games for a family picnic, hiring a trolley means: ✅ Less backache ✅ Less clutter at home ✅ More money in your pocket Hire here: participate.libraryofthings.…
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Richmond Council
@LBRUT13 Jul 2025
Say no to single-use this #PlasticFreeJuly with @libraryofthings! 🌱 Less packaging waste 🌍 Borrowing means fewer plastic items end up in landfills 🛠️ Community sharing Start using the Library of Things and cut down on your plastic waste ⬇️ orlo.uk/Ko0m3
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