Library of Innerpeffray

05/09/2026

There are some tickets available on the door today for our author talks with Jane Anderson (2pm) and Rob McIlroy (3.30pm). Please note online booking not available now for these events.
There's also one ticket for the Lino Cutting workshop tomorrow Sunday 10am - 4pm. 😀

The Library of Innerpeffray is delighted to be holding ‘Signs of the Times,’ our annual festival, from 4th-6th September 2026. A celebration of reading, the festival programme offers a weekend of talks and workshops, all in the setting of one of Perthshire’s hidden gems near Crieff – Scotland’s first public lending library, established in 1680.

Tickets and more info here: https://innerpeffraylibrary.co.uk/whats-on/

Friday 4th Sept, 2-4pm
Writing Workshop with Elaine Thomson: ‘Poison Pen: Using Poisons in Fiction’

Saturday 5th Sept, 2pm
Author Talk with Jane Anderson: ‘The Orchid Hunter’s Daughter’

Saturday 5th Sept, 3.30pm
Author Talk with Rob McInroy: ‘Barvick Falls – Crieff-Based Fiction’

Sunday 6th Sept, 10am-4pm
Linocutting Workshop with Linda Farquharson

04/09/2026

Did you know there is currently no legal requirement for schools in Scotland to provide a library or librarian for their pupils?

We need your help to change that story.

Libraries are absolutely vital resources, so find out how to support our campaign to ensure every school in Scotland has one!

https://www.scottishbooktrust.com/our-research/make-school-libraries-a-legal-requirement

04/09/2026

THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN FOR BOOKMARK 2026!

PLEASE NOTE:

PATRICK GALBRAITH is sadly unable to appear at the opening event on Saturday 10th, October.

However, we are delighted to introduce MARYA BURGESS who will open BOOKMARK 2026

https://www.bookmarkblair.com

Weekend and Daily Passes plus individual event tickets
are available from:

Treasurer Rhona Christie 01250 875613 [email protected]
Adventure into Books - 01250 872852
Blairgowrie Library - 01250 871305
or
Perthshire Box Office

04/09/2026

04/09/2026

📣 ATTENTION all Perthshire Tourism Business’

Perth and Kinross Council is carrying out a statutory consultation on a draft Visitor Levy Scheme for Perth and Kinross. We are now encouraging everyone with an interest in the future of tourism to take part Perth and Kinross Visitor Levy - Perth & Kinross Council

Following Council approval in June, a consultation on a Draft Visitor Levy Scheme for Perth and Kinross was launched on 19 August 2026. In line with the requirements of the Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act 2024, and Scottish Government and VisitScotland guidance, this 12-week public consultation is being held before any final decision is taken on the introduction of a Visitor Levy Scheme in Perth and Kinross. It provides stakeholders, including residents, businesses and visitors, with an opportunity to inform and shape the final scheme . A final decision on whether to introduce a Visitor Levy will be taken by Council after responses of this consultation have been considered.

How people can take part 👇

The Visitor Levy Survey is available online at the Council's Consultation Hub. Additionally, Visitor Levy Drop-in Sessions will be held in each locality across Perth and Kinross during the formal stage consultation period.

For more information visit https://www.pkc.gov.uk/article/24551/Perth-and-Kinross-Visitor-Levy

04/09/2026

If you're heading to Innerpeffray today and come across any 'road closed' signs on the B8062, please be aware the road is only closed for a short stretch between Crieff and the Highlandman Loan. If you are approaching from the East, you won't need to follow the diversion signs. If you are approaching from Crieff, best to head along the A85, then down the Highlandman Loan and turn left at the bottom.

26/08/2026

Footnotes from Innerpeffray - https://mailchi.mp/5d345bc45052/footnotes-from-innerpeffray

21/08/2026

The Library of Innerpeffray is delighted to be holding ‘Signs of the Times,’ our annual festival, from 4th-6th September 2026. A celebration of reading, the festival programme offers a weekend of talks and workshops, all in the setting of one of Perthshire’s hidden gems near Crieff – Scotland’s first public lending library, established in 1680.

Tickets and more info here: https://innerpeffraylibrary.co.uk/whats-on/

Friday 4th Sept, 2-4pm
Writing Workshop with Elaine Thomson: ‘Poison Pen: Using Poisons in Fiction’

Saturday 5th Sept, 2pm
Author Talk with Jane Anderson: ‘The Orchid Hunter’s Daughter’

Saturday 5th Sept, 3.30pm
Author Talk with Rob McInroy: ‘Barvick Falls – Crieff-Based Fiction’

Sunday 6th Sept, 10am-4pm
Linocutting Workshop with Linda Farquharson

20/08/2026

The Alliance of Literary Societies Fair 2026 will be held at the Birmingham & Midland Institute on Saturday 3 October, 10am to 4pm.

Meet literary societies from across the country, browse their stalls and hear short talks throughout the day.

Guest speakers include Jim Naughtie, Liz Berry, Lindsey Davis, Frank Cottrell-Boyce and Gyles Brandreth.

Free entry and everyone is welcome!

Find out more and register:
als-fair.eventbrite.co.uk

19/08/2026

Coming up next month

Friends of Innerpeffray Library are delighted to announce our next speaker.