Your Local Calendar
This website is your local hub for everything happening across Greater Craigmillar, you can explore events, follow your favourite groups, join fun community challenges. It’s designed to be simple, friendly, and a fun way to stay connected with what’s going on in your area.
Explore All EventsWeekly Activities Clubs, Groups and Classes
Weekly Activities, Clubs, Groups and Classes Across the Greater Craigmillar communities there is a wide range of support, activities, and opportunities being delivered by local organisations every week.
Craigmillar Now Archive Group
As a member of our archive group you will be helping provide essential preservation for our communities art and heritage! You will be trained in a variety of archival skills whilst discovering the vast and inspiring collections from photographer Sandra George to the Craigmillar Festival Society.…
Pain Concern Pain Education Sessions
It is an information session for anyone who has had pain for more than 12 weeks. The session will give you a better understanding of your pain to help you manage your condition more effectively in the long term. We cover the following topics: • Understanding pain • Managing your activity …
Pain Concern Pain Education Sessions
It is an information session for anyone who has had pain for more than 12 weeks. The session will give you a better understanding of your pain to help you manage your condition more effectively in the long term. We cover the following topics: • Understanding pain • Managing your activity …
Sandy's Stitchers
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM Monday
Sandys community centre, 76 Craigmillar Castle Avenue EH16 4DW
Open in Google MapsIf you sew, knit, crochet, embroider or any other needle-craft this is the place for you. If you want to learn the basics on any of the above skills we would love to have you here. This is a space where like minded people can come and learn from each other with a facilitator on hand. Please …
Words for Wellbeing
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Monday
Bridgend Farmhouse 41 Old Dalkeith Road Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsWords for Wellbeing, join Ellie from Word Well for an engaging session focused on creation and learning. Cost: £6 / £5 with a neighbour’s card membership.
Yoga For All
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM Monday
Thistle Foundation, 13a Queens Walk, Edinburgh, EH16 4EA
Open in Google MapsFree community yoga session run by trained facilitator. Accessible for all, whatever fitness and health level
Women's Exercise Class
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Tuesday
Thistle Foundation Centre of Wellbeing, 13 Queens Walk, EH16 4EA
Open in Google MapsWomen ONLY exercise class. FREE. Social class for all women over 18. All fitness abilities. Come for 10 minutes or the whole session!
Get Gardening
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM Tuesday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh? EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsWe consistently invite volunteers to assist with our garden plots. To ensure an optimal experience for all participants, available spaces are limited. Lunch will be provided. If you are interested, please contact us via email at admin@bridgendfarmhouse.org.uk, including your age and the session you…
Cooking For Families
12:31 PM - 2:30 PM Tuesday
Sandys community centre, 76 Craigmillar Castle Avenue EH16 4DW
Open in Google MapsCome and cook a meal to take home and eat with your family. Learn some new cooking skills and recipes. How to batch cook and freeze safely and meet new people. This group runs in 6 week blocks and booking is essential. See attached poster for dates. Book your space by emailing of phoning th…
‘Talk Time’ Wellbeing Group
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Tuesday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsJoin us for a welcoming space to share and listen in a calm, supportive environment. Everyone is invited. Feel free just to arrive, or if you prefer, let us know you are coming by sending an email to the email address below.
Arts and Crafts Wednesdays
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Wednesday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsJoin us for an informal, supportive creative session suitable for all experience levels. Bring your own project and receive encouragement, helpful tips, and inspiration in a warm, friendly environment.
Woodcraft with Oliver
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Wednesday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsJoin a free woodworking session with an expert woodcarver in Workshop 4 at Bridgend Framhouse. Booking is required for this session due to high demand. To reserve your spot, email our admin at the email address provided below.
Making for Bridgend Group
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsCreate items from recycled materials to promote the farmhouse’s sustainability goals. All proceeds benefit the community. For more details, contact Gill Curran via the email below.
Art In Gardens
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Thursday
A set of two art in Gardens with Susie Wilson. No art experience needed,Thursdays1pm till 3pm.Booking required. No Art experience needed. Come and enjoy different outdoor spaces with Susie Wilson helping you to make simple books and marks.1pm till 3pm All Welcome and Free. materials, coffee and t…
Art In Gardens
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Thursday
Last lot of Art in Gardens,5 week block. No Art experience needed. Come and enjoy different outdoor spaces with Susie Wilson helping you to make simple books and marks.1pm till 3pm All Welcome and Free. materials, coffee and tea stop if available and Free.
Thursday Craft Club
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsBring your personal craft project and participate alongside other creators in Workshop 3 (Bridgend Farmhouse). The environment will be relaxed and conducive to social interaction. As spaces are limited, please reserve your place by sending an email to the address provided below.
Get Gardening
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM Friday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsJoin us in tending the garden plots! Volunteers are always welcome to help ensure a positive experience for everyone. Enjoy a complimentary lunch too. Spots are limited. Interested? Email us with your age and the session you're interested in.
Adults Yoga
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Friday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsBuild balance, strength, and flexibility with our Adult Yoga session. Book by emailing us at the address below. Cost: £4, or £3 with neighbours’ card. Payment can be made on the day.
Adults Yoga
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM Friday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsBuild balance, strength, and flexibility with our Adult Yoga session. Book by emailing us at the address below. Cost: £4, or £3 with neighbours’ card. Payment can be made on the day.
Art and Movement (Closed Group)
Hays Community Hub, 4 Hay Avenue, EH164AQ
Open in Google MapsArt and Movement is a holistic group for Syrian and Kurdish Women - closed group
Craigmillar Now Archive Group
As a member of our archive group you will be helping provide essential preservation for our communities art and heritage! You will be trained in a variety of archival skills whilst discovering the vast and inspiring collections from photographer Sandra George to the Craigmillar Festival Society.…
Pain Concern Pain Education Sessions
It is an information session for anyone who has had pain for more than 12 weeks. The session will give you a better understanding of your pain to help you manage your condition more effectively in the long term. We cover the following topics: • Understanding pain • Managing your activity …
Pain Concern Pain Education Sessions
It is an information session for anyone who has had pain for more than 12 weeks. The session will give you a better understanding of your pain to help you manage your condition more effectively in the long term. We cover the following topics: • Understanding pain • Managing your activity …
Sandy's Stitchers
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM Monday
Sandys community centre, 76 Craigmillar Castle Avenue EH16 4DW
Open in Google MapsIf you sew, knit, crochet, embroider or any other needle-craft this is the place for you. If you want to learn the basics on any of the above skills we would love to have you here. This is a space where like minded people can come and learn from each other with a facilitator on hand. Please …
Words for Wellbeing
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Monday
Bridgend Farmhouse 41 Old Dalkeith Road Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsWords for Wellbeing, join Ellie from Word Well for an engaging session focused on creation and learning. Cost: £6 / £5 with a neighbour’s card membership.
Yoga For All
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM Monday
Thistle Foundation, 13a Queens Walk, Edinburgh, EH16 4EA
Open in Google MapsFree community yoga session run by trained facilitator. Accessible for all, whatever fitness and health level
Women's Exercise Class
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Tuesday
Thistle Foundation Centre of Wellbeing, 13 Queens Walk, EH16 4EA
Open in Google MapsWomen ONLY exercise class. FREE. Social class for all women over 18. All fitness abilities. Come for 10 minutes or the whole session!
Get Gardening
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM Tuesday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh? EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsWe consistently invite volunteers to assist with our garden plots. To ensure an optimal experience for all participants, available spaces are limited. Lunch will be provided. If you are interested, please contact us via email at admin@bridgendfarmhouse.org.uk, including your age and the session you…
Cooking For Families
12:31 PM - 2:30 PM Tuesday
Sandys community centre, 76 Craigmillar Castle Avenue EH16 4DW
Open in Google MapsCome and cook a meal to take home and eat with your family. Learn some new cooking skills and recipes. How to batch cook and freeze safely and meet new people. This group runs in 6 week blocks and booking is essential. See attached poster for dates. Book your space by emailing of phoning th…
‘Talk Time’ Wellbeing Group
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM Tuesday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsJoin us for a welcoming space to share and listen in a calm, supportive environment. Everyone is invited. Feel free just to arrive, or if you prefer, let us know you are coming by sending an email to the email address below.
Arts and Crafts Wednesdays
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Wednesday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsJoin us for an informal, supportive creative session suitable for all experience levels. Bring your own project and receive encouragement, helpful tips, and inspiration in a warm, friendly environment.
Woodcraft with Oliver
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Wednesday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsJoin a free woodworking session with an expert woodcarver in Workshop 4 at Bridgend Framhouse. Booking is required for this session due to high demand. To reserve your spot, email our admin at the email address provided below.
Making for Bridgend Group
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsCreate items from recycled materials to promote the farmhouse’s sustainability goals. All proceeds benefit the community. For more details, contact Gill Curran via the email below.
Art In Gardens
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Thursday
A set of two art in Gardens with Susie Wilson. No art experience needed,Thursdays1pm till 3pm.Booking required. No Art experience needed. Come and enjoy different outdoor spaces with Susie Wilson helping you to make simple books and marks.1pm till 3pm All Welcome and Free. materials, coffee and t…
Art In Gardens
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Thursday
Last lot of Art in Gardens,5 week block. No Art experience needed. Come and enjoy different outdoor spaces with Susie Wilson helping you to make simple books and marks.1pm till 3pm All Welcome and Free. materials, coffee and tea stop if available and Free.
Thursday Craft Club
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsBring your personal craft project and participate alongside other creators in Workshop 3 (Bridgend Farmhouse). The environment will be relaxed and conducive to social interaction. As spaces are limited, please reserve your place by sending an email to the address provided below.
Get Gardening
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM Friday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsJoin us in tending the garden plots! Volunteers are always welcome to help ensure a positive experience for everyone. Enjoy a complimentary lunch too. Spots are limited. Interested? Email us with your age and the session you're interested in.
Adults Yoga
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Friday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsBuild balance, strength, and flexibility with our Adult Yoga session. Book by emailing us at the address below. Cost: £4, or £3 with neighbours’ card. Payment can be made on the day.
Adults Yoga
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM Friday
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Dalkeith Road. Edinburgh EH16 4TE
Open in Google MapsBuild balance, strength, and flexibility with our Adult Yoga session. Book by emailing us at the address below. Cost: £4, or £3 with neighbours’ card. Payment can be made on the day.
Art and Movement (Closed Group)
Hays Community Hub, 4 Hay Avenue, EH164AQ
Open in Google MapsArt and Movement is a holistic group for Syrian and Kurdish Women - closed group
Greater Craigmillar Events – Right Here, Right Now
Looking for what’s on in Niddrie and across Greater Craigmillar areas? You're in the right place. From Craigmillar to Bingham, Magdalene to Greendykes – if it's happening locally, you’ll find it here. Community meet-ups, sports, family days, music, and more — all in one spot. Welcome to your go-to local guide. Check in, get involved, stay connected.
Bright & Wild Festival 2026: Brave New Worlds
Fri, Jun 12
12.15 – 20.00
Lyra Artspace, 11 Harewood Ro…
Open in Google MapsLyra, Scotland’s first and only dedicated theatre for children and teenagers, r…
Family Festival: Summer Solstice Party
Sat, Jun 20
1 - 3
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsA family festival in Craigmillar Castle Park to celebrate the summer. Music, c…
Nature Walk: Mammals, tracks and signs
Wed, Jun 24
19:00 - 20:00
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsJoin local expert Nadine Andrews for a walk in Craigmillar Castle Park to explo…
Craigmillar Library Volunteer Garden Session
Wed, Jun 24
10.30am to 1.30pm
Craigmillar Library (garden a…
Open in Google MapsJoin Community Alliance Trust this summer as we transform the library garden in…
Nature Walk: Flowering Plants
Fri, Jun 26
2 - 3.30
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsJoin local expert Patrick Chaney to learn all about the beautiful flowering pla…
Summer Party
Sat, Jun 27
11:00 - 15:00
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Da…
Open in Google MapsThe summer party is heading to Bridgend! Join us for a lively sunny celebration…
Family Circus Workshop
Sun, Jun 28
12:00 - 14:00
Bridgend Farmhouse, 41 Old Da…
Open in Google MapsThe Circus is coming to Bridgend Farmhouse! Twirl, spin and juggle with the…
Picnic in the Park
Thu, Jul 2
12:00pm - 14:00pm
Bingham Park
Open in Google MapsPICNIC IN THE PARK IS BACK! Join us for an afternoon of community fun at Bingh…
Nature Trees: Summer Trees and Stories
Fri, Jul 3
2 - 3.30pm
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsThis interactive workshop will be facilitated by Elly Kinross who works in Crai…
TUIC Big Give Away Day
Sat, Jul 18
11-1500
Trade Unions In Communities
Open in Google MapsA fun packed day with music, food, face painting, and stalls with clothes, toys…
Free Mindulness Course for People Living with Chronic Pain
Tue, Jul 21
18:00
Online
Open in Google MapsFree 8 week online course starting 21st July 2026 at 6-8pm Our sessions are …
Family Workshop: Storytelling and Craft
Fri, Jul 24
1 - 3.30
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsJoin wonderful storyteller Dougie McKay for some tales of summer and nature and…
Sandy's Mini Festival
Sat, Jul 25
11am - 2pm
Sandy's Community Centre, 76 …
Open in Google MapsThis is a community event with live music, world foods, table sales, bouncy cas…
Family Workshop: Woodland Musical Instruments
Fri, Jul 31
1 - 3.30
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsJoin us in Craigmillar Castle Park to make some noise! We will be making instr…
IntoUniversity school leaver support
Tue, Aug 4
All day
Thistle Foundation
Open in Google MapsSupport for S4-6 school leavers following results day
Family Workshop: Natural Pigments and Dye
Tue, Aug 4
1 - 3.30
Craigmillar Castle Park at th…
Open in Google MapsJoin us for a woodland workshop in Craigmillar Castle Park on making and using …
Time Travel event
Sat, Sep 19
12.30-3pm
Craigmillar castle park playp…
Open in Google MapsCommunity led, family friendly event inviting people to “time travel” through s…