Space To Be

10/01/2025

Just a quick reminder that we have a new page Gyle Community Space Finish Friday by ticking off a task from the to do list and follow up there instead of here!

07/01/2025

Some important news from us! We've changed our name to Gyle Community Space. You can find a whole new page over at Gyle Community Space And we've updated our website. Head over to www.gylecommunityspace.org.uk for more information!

Gyle Community Space In a corner of Gyle Shopping Centre lies a warm and welcoming community space. Come and find a group activity or simply spend some time in peaceful surroundings. Connecting people Find space to meet with people facing the same issues as you. Chat with an old friend or make a new...

06/08/2024

The Uniform bank is up and running until 2.30 today. If you are finding it hard to afford school uniform items come down to Space To Be, next to Chopstixs in the Gyle and see what we have. Everything is free. No need to prove hardship, no questions asked. All welcome. Here is the lovely Helen ready to welcome you!

02/08/2024

Pop-up Uniform Bank happening next Tuesday 6th Aug 10.30-2.30. If you are struggling to afford a school uniform or p.e. kit for the start of term we have items available for you at absolutely no cost. No proof of finanical hardship needed, no questions asked, no judgements made. Just turn up.

31/07/2024

Pop-up Uniform Bank happening next Tuesday 6th Aug. 10.30-2.30. If you have any good quality uniform items from last year that you no longer need, please do bring them down and donate them to Edinburgh School Uniform Bank. They can be used anytime and your donations will be greatly appreciated by those in need.

08/07/2024

Did you know we're home to a parrot? We welcome visitors on Tuesday mornings from 10.30 to 12.30, and we're well-stocked with lots of games and toys. Why not bring your little ones to track down our feathery friend and engage in some fun playtime?

01/07/2024

The monthly newsletter for Corstorphine Old Parish Church is out! In it, there's a call-out for some help with supporting Edinburgh School Uniform Bank. Please get in touch if you can help. And you can read the whole newsletter, for free here

We have a different rhythmn to life in the Old Parish Church during July. It’s a time for us to take a wee bit of rest, to review the first six months of the year and to restock our pile of ideas. So, no evening meetings, no big events and slimmed down diaries with lots of space.

26/06/2024

Join us tomorrow at 7.30pm for a Death Cafe. Explore sensitive topics in a safe space. Enjoy cake, hot drinks, and open discussions.

25/06/2024

Do you have suspected or diagnosed endometriosis? There's a suppport group meeting tonight in Space To Be 6-8pm. There's also a private Facebook group Edinburgh West - Endometriosis UK

24/06/2024

Need tech help? ACE IT provides free IT advice here every Wednesday, 2-4pm for those 50+. Get assistance with your gadgets! Book an appointment by giving them a call on 0131 667 2053

20/06/2024

Next Thursday we will be hosting another Death Cafe. If you have thoughts or questions about the topic of death that you believe are too sensitive or forbidden to discuss, feel free to join us at this free event. Enjoy a piece of cake, get a hot drink, and participate in open discussions about the subject of death.

17/06/2024

We are fortunate to have a dedicated group of volunteers who play a crucial role in our project. Among them is William, who occasionally fills in for Esther, our Manager. Here he is laughing with her as she heads off somewhere. We are truly grateful for their contributions!