Old Library Coworking

12/10/2026

👋 A warm welcome to Excursions Limited!

We’re delighted to welcome the Excursions Ltd team as new private office tenants at The Old Library!

Here’s a snapshot of some of the team, who are now based here. We’re please to have them as part of the Old Library Community! 🌟

16/09/2026

Business Gateway Orkney are hosting a New Business Start-up event here at the Old Library on from 6pm-8pm 6th October.

Full details for how to sign up below:

🚀 Start Your Business Journey with Funding Support!

Thinking about launching a new business in Orkney? The New Business Start-Up Grant could help turn your idea into reality.

✅ Grants from £500 to £1,500 available
✅ Support for equipment, marketing, and start-up costs
✅ Open to new businesses based in Orkney
✅ Free support from Business Gateway advisers throughout the application process

To be eligible, businesses must generally have been trading for less than 6 months and be looking to establish a sustainable, full-time enterprise. A business plan and two-year cash flow forecast are required as part of the application. View the guidelines here - https://bit.ly/4gSIImj

Need support bringing an idea to life? Or advice on putting a business plan together?

📞 Get in touch with the Business Gateway team on 01856 886666 to discuss your idea and eligibility.

01/09/2026

The Business Gateway Connect to Grow sessions are due to start again later this month, here at The Old Library.

If you're a women in business, based here in Orkney and keen to get to take part in this course - the deadline for signing up is this Sunday!

Free to attend - the sessions take place over 6 consecutive weeks on Thursday mornings our boardroom😀

Apply now https://bit.ly/4vJSDyK and be part of something truly transformative

31/08/2026

Local MSP moves into private office at The Old Library

We’re pleased to welcome Kristopher Leask MSP as the newest tenant in our private offices at The Old Library.

Kristopher is an MSP for the Scottish Greens in the Highlands & Islands. He and his team will now be based at The Old Library, joining our community of local businesses, organisations and coworkers.

Welcome to The Old Library, Kristopher! 👋

20/07/2026

✨ Bridal boutique pop up ✨

This weekend the Old Library was transformed into a wedding dress boutique - as the The Hitching Post Bridal travelled up from the West Highlands for a weekend full of appointments with brides. 👰🏼

Huge thanks to everyone who came along for appointments 🙌🏻💕

17/06/2026

Could you be our new neighbours?

We’re lucky to call The Old Library home - and now there’s an opportunity for another local business to join the community in our building in here in Kirkwall.

Private office for 8–10 people
Furnished office
Shared kitchen facilities (tea and coffee included)
Dedicated super-fast internet ..Awesome neighbours😉

Get in touch with the Old Library team - [email protected] to find out more or arrange a viewing. 😀

10/06/2026

Great to welcome members of the SSEN Transmission Board to The Old Library today.

It’s fantastic to see a second FTSE 100 company choosing our space for their meetings. From startups to global businesses, we’re proud to be the place for important conversations.

The question is… who’s next? 👀

03/06/2026

Have You Outgrown Your Office?

We’ve got a private office for up to 8 - 10 people at Old Library.

Perfect for:
Growing businesses needing more space
Companies looking for a central Kirkwall base

Enjoy your own dedicated office within the Old Library business community. What’s included:

🔑 24/7 digital key access
🧑‍💼 Access to meeting rooms
☕️ Canteen facilities
🛜 Dedicated high-speed internet network


📩 Get in touch to arrange a viewing.

27/05/2026

🤩 Customer reviews we love to see 🤩

💛 Feedback like this means the world 💛

Thank you to our lovely coworking community whether you’re here regularly or just for a day - leaving a little review means so much!

Creating a welcoming, positive space to work and connect is exactly what we’re all about ☕✨

26/05/2026

🚀 Team away day coming up?

Sometimes better connection with your team comes when you’re AWAY from your desk!!! ✨

Host your next away day at the Old Library, you’ll enjoy:

☕ Unlimited tea & coffee
🍽️ Catering options
📶 Super-fast Wi-Fi
💻 Hybrid meeting facilities
🔧 Tech support when you need it

Perfect for workshops, strategy days, training sessions and team catch ups 🤝💡

Drop us a message to start planning!