What’s On
Throughout the year The Eric Liddell Community run a wide range of community and fundraising events. Find out what’s happening here.
Upcoming Events
Path Naming Ceremony – ‘The Eric Liddell Way’
26 April, 2024
Join your local community at our Path-Naming Ceremony to celebrate the life, sporting and community service achievements of one of […]
May Lunchtime Concert
6 May, 2024
Join our May Lunchtime Concert for some music and home-made soup and sandwich lunch. Our performers are Judy Barker and […]
Annual Spring Fair & Plant Sale
11 May, 2024
Mark your calendars because our much-awaited Spring Fair is back! Join us on Saturday, 11th May starting from 10:30am for […]
Plant Sale
11 May, 2024
Our Plant Sale will be hosted on the 11th May, the same day as our Annual Spring Fair. Last year […]
May Afternoon Tea Concert
20 May, 2024
Join our May Afternoon Tea Concert for some music and a lovely afternoon tea. Performers: Ed & Iain – back […]
Classes
We host a wide range of classes for the local community. Take a look at the list below and find your next exercise class or hobby!
Monday
09:30 – 11:00
U3A Yoga
Previous experience required and to be a member of U3A.
Contact Ann Kerrigan 0131 667 3761
10:30 – 12:30
U3A Art Group
Required to be a member of U3A. For more information visit https://u3asites.org.uk/edinburgh/welcome
13:00 – 15:00
Common Threads Craft Group
Come along and join our open group to crochet, knit and mend, with no prior experience necessary. Get together, socialise, and have fun! (Formerly known as ‘Crochet Group’)
Dates: 22nd April, 13th and 27th May
For further information, please contact Fi at brownf@ericliddell.org
17:00 – 18:00
Pilates Lower Intermediate with Bea Alexander
Level 2
Spring Term 11-weeks: Monday, 15th April to Friday, 28th June
For further information, please call 07951 686322 or email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
See website for more information.
18:15 – 19:15
Pilates Higher Intermediate with Bea Alexander
Pilates Higher Intermediate, Level 3
Spring Term 11-weeks: Monday, 15th April to Friday, 28th June
For further information, please call 07951 686322 or email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
See website for more information.
19:30 – 20:30
Pilates Advanced with Bea Alexander
Level 4
Spring Term 11-weeks: Monday, 15th April to Friday, 28th June
For further information, please call 07951 686322 or email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
See website for more information.
18:15 – 20:15
Pilates Plus Physio
With Tessa Santer – classes@pilatesplusphysio.co.uk or 07971778962
Tuesday
9:00 – 12:00
Monkey Music
Every Tuesday from the 9th January 2024.
Monkey Music offer award winning music classes for children from 3 months to 4 years.
For further details, visit their website or contact Ruth & Laura at edinburgh@monkeymusic.co.uk
11:00 – 12:00
Social and Wellbeing Walks
Our local walks focuses on combatting loneliness and isolation and includes mindfulness activities. For more information contact Fi Brown at 0131 447 1270.
13:30 – 14:30
Dementia Friendly: Eric’s Encore
Eric’s Encore is a dementia inclusive music group. It is an opportunity to get together, play, sing, have fun and share memories through music.
Dates: 30th April, and 7th, 14th and 25th May
For further information, please contact Gus at harrowerg@ericliddell.org
*Our dementia inclusive activities aim to connect carers and people living with dementia with others in a similar situation to provide a sense community.
13:30 – 14:30
Dementia Friendly: Happy Harmonies
Happy Harmonies is a dementia friendly singing group. Enjoy being in a relaxed atmosphere and singing through a repertoire built upon your requests. No musical experience necessary! This group is all about the shared enjoyment of music.
Dates: 23rd April and 21st May
For further information, please contact Gus at harrowerg@ericliddell.org
14:00 – 16:00
Watercolour Class
Hosted by The Eric Liddell Community every Tuesday in the South Wing.
Our tutor leads the class through a series of practices and welcomes new comers.
No experience necessary
Pay as you go – £6/person
Bring your own material including brushes
Access to the internet at home is required as the tutor will send you information about the subject or the week
Tablet/mobile or access to a printer – it’s useful to have your own copy of the subject to view during the class.
For further information, please contact frontdesk@ericliddell.org
17:30 – 18:30
Beginners and Refresher Pilates with Bea Alexander
For further information, please email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
18:40 – 19:40
Pilates Lower Intermediate with Bea Alexander
Level 2 (Robertson Suite)
For further information, please email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
Wednesday
10:00 – 12:00
Out & About Social Meet Up
The group meets at The Eric Liddell Community at 10am every second Wednesday. All are welcome to join us for the walk and a coffee & chat afterwards. PLEASE NOTE, this is not a walking group. The group goes for gentle walks or take public transport to galleries/museums etc.
To find out more or to book a space call Lyndsey on 07977007240, Gwen on 07746594884 or Rona on 07772276858
10:30 – 12:00
Tech Support Tap Into IT for Carers
If you have the basics, but struggle with certain things on your tablet, mobile or laptop, this is the space for you.
Contact Irene for more information at mccarthyi@ericliddell.org
10:30 – 11:30
Gardening
The Garden Project will be focused on gardening and nature based activities, weather dependent.
This open community activity is free for anyone to join.
Get in touch with Fi at BrownF@ericliddell.org or call 0131 357 1270 to find out more.
11:00 – 14:00
Dementia Friendly: Liddell Lions Lunch
Liddell Lions is a weekly lunch group attended by carers and people living with dementia. Participants share a soup and sandwich lunch together and participate in a variety of activities. This dementia inclusive* activity is free.
For further information, please contact Valeria Lembo on 0131 447 1270.
*Our dementia inclusive activities aim to connect carers and people living with dementia with others in a similar situation to provide a sense community.
14:30 – 16:00
Seated Exercise
A drop in seated exercise class followed by time to socialise with teas and coffee.
Entry fee: £5 per class.
For more information contact Dawn Gyles on 0131 332 0669.
19:00 – 21:30
Edinburgh’s Voice of the Town Choir
Choir rehearsals – for more information visit their website or contact events@voiceofthetown.co.uk
Thursday
09:55 – 10:50
Sharon Connolly Pilates
Offers classes to suit everyone, from novices to advanced level pupils.
Contact Sharon Connolly on 07960408046 or sharonconnolly11@gmail.com
11:00 – 11:55
Sharon Connolly Pilates
Offers classes to suit everyone, from novices to advanced level pupils.
Contact Sharon Connolly on 07960408046 or sharonconnolly11@gmail.com
12:05 – 13:00
Sharon Connolly Pilates
Offers classes to suit everyone, from novices to advanced level pupils.
Contact Sharon Connolly on 07960408046 or sharonconnolly11@gmail.com
10:00 – 13:00
Homeopathy UK Charitable Clinic
The clinic is run by homeopath Julien Baron-Meyet who is registered with the Faculty of Homeopathy. Every 3rd Thursday of the month.
The next session is on the 16th May.
Find out more here.
12:30 – 14:00
Wellbeing Lunches
The Wellbeing Lunch is a two course meal prepared by our fantastic community chef and it takes place every Thursday. This meal is open to anyone and is a great opportunity for people to come together, meet others and find out more about the different activities that happen in the building.
This open community activity is free for anyone to join.
For further information, please contact Irene at mccarthyi@ericliddell.org or call 0131 357 1277 to leave a voicemail.
13:30 – 15:30
Dementia Friendly: Bookroom Barber
Haircuts for men on the 6th June – appointments only.
Our trained barber will give you a quick and quality haircut.
To make an appointment please call Irene at 0131 357 1278.
17:30 – 18:30
Pilates Lower Intermediate with Bea Alexander
Level 1 & 2 (South Wing)
For further information, please email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
18:45 – 19:45
Beginners & Refreshers Pilates with Bea Alexander
South Wing
For further information, please email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
Friday
10:00 – 11:00
Strong & Steady Class
Reduce injury and falls, improve balance and strength, contact Jill Eccleston on 07955342344 or jilleccleston@hotmail.co.uk
13:00 – 15:00
Community Livingroom
Join us for a cosy afternoon with friends, games, a cuppa and lots of cheer. A no string attached get together welcoming all. This open community gathering is free for anyone to join.
Dates: 3rd, 17th and 31st May
For further information and to know more about the gathering dates, please contact Gus at harrowerg@ericliddell.org
13:00 – 14:30
Dance Exercise Class
A fun way to exercise. Contact John for more information on 0131 664 5125 or norma.corrado@yahoo.co.uk
The Dance Exercise Class will conclude at the end of February.
14:00 – 16:00
Mahjong
The gathering takes place every fortnight.
Mahjong, one of the most popular games in the world! Developed in the 19th century China, it’s a fun tile-based table game.
For further details, please contact Irene at mccarthyi@ericliddell.org
15:15 – 19:00
Puppy Yoga Edinburgh
Classes include yoga postures, relaxation techniques and of course puppy cuddles!
Visit their website for more information.
Starting in March, Puppy Yoga will be held from 9:00 to 19:00.
Saturday
Opening hours: 9:00 – 16:30
Café Connect open for hot/cold drinks, homemade cakes and more
09:00 – 16:00
Puppy Yoga Edinburgh
Classes include yoga postures, relaxation techniques and of course puppy cuddles!
Visit their website for more information.
10:00 – 12:00
Get Talking Spanish
Starting from March.
Practical Spanish courses that get you talking from day one. For more information visit their website or contact hola@gettalkingspanish.com
Sunday
11:00 – 14:00
Crossroads Church
For more information contact Michael Thomas at michael.thomas41279@gmail.com or call 07506 276788.
