What we do
The main purpose and objective of the Friends of Innerpeffray Library – is to support the continuation of Innerpeffray Library and in doing so preserve an important part of Scotland’s Heritage. The Friends were founded in 1993 with the aim of generating funds to be used for the preservation of the fabric of the Library and the care and restoration of the books themselves. The Friends also offer support in many practical ways at Library events and work closely with the Keeper of Books and the Governors for the greater good of Innerpeffray Library.
Almost all of the money raised by the Friends is donated directly to the Innerpeffray Mortification, the charity that runs the Library. Subscriptions have always formed the core of this donation while events, talks and lectures raise awareness of the Library as well as vital funds.
Friends of Innerpeffray Library is a registered charity, Scottish Charity No: SC 023545
Email: Friends@innerpeffraylibrary.co.uk
Upcoming Events
We are delighted to announce a programme of events to raise funds for the Library, these can be seen below and also on the What’s On page, alongside the Library’s own events. Ticketed events can be booked via the What’s On page or through the Library. Working with the Library, we have structured a programme that will appeal to all ages; you are encouraged to support the events to help make this a great year for the Friends and the Library. Keep an eye on this page throughout the year for new events being announced.
Friends Events coming up
Wed 10th April at 7pm Annual General Meeting followed by a talk from Library volunteer Gillean Ford: The Dehler Family and Innerpeffray Tickets available on the door.
Thursday 18th April –2pm or 7pm FOIL Tours with the Keeper – exclusively for FOIL members, join Lara for a bespoke private tour of the new exhibition plus refreshments. Tickets strictly limited, available here or by calling the Library.
Sunday 9th June at 3pm in the Chapel—Rosenethe Singers present Music for a Summer’s Day, a mixed programme including madrigals and Vaughan Williams. We are delighted to welcome the Rosenethe Singers back to Innerpeffray and this afternoon concert is sure to be popular.
Dates for your diaries
We have concerts lined up for the summer months and some special events too. We are thrilled to announce that acclaimed cookery author Sue Lawrence will return to Innerpeffray to talk about the special recipes she has incorporated into her newest book, inspired by Mrs MacIver’s Cookery and Pastry (1789) in the Innerpeffray collection. This takes place on Saturday 28th September at 2pm.
On 23rd October we hold the Ted Powell Memorial Lecture – this year we are delighted to have more Innerpeffray research unveiled as Isla Macfarlane will be speaking about her PhD on Innerpeffray Visitors (a taste of this in the article about Beatrix Potter in this issue of Footnotes).
You may remember the concert of Scandanavian and Scottish music from Tern last summer: group member Miguel Girao will be performing his skilful blend of traditional and classical guitar music in the Chapel in August. We hope you give him a warm welcome back to Strathearn.
Best wishes from the Friends Committee,
How You can Help – Become a Friend
For a modest annual subscription you may join the company of like-minded people who are concerned for the on-going welfare of the Library. You will benefit from complimentary entry to the Library at any time during opening hours, and FOIL members may also attend the Ted Powell lecture in October without cost.
Subscription costs: Individual £25; Joint £40; Family £50 (Family = 2 adults and all children in the family under the age of 16); Life £250; Joint Life £400
If you wish to become a member of FOIL, you can contact our Membership Secretary, Iain Gilmour, by emailing friends@innerpeffraylibrary.co.uk. You can also pay or renew your subscription via the online Shop.
The Committee
The current members of the Honorary Committee are:
| Officers: | Committee Members: |
| Convenor: Joan Taylor | Charles Crookshank |
| Hon Secretary: Kirsty Macdonald | Iain Gilmour |
| Hon. Treasurer: Shona McLaren | Pamela Haggart |
| Barbara McGarva | |
| John Mauchline |
The 2023 Annual General Meeting was held on 12th April and the Minutes can be downloaded below.
Contact FOIL
Send us an email, addressed to friends@innerpeffraylibrary.co.uk, or send us a message using a contact form by clicking here.