The Heart of Newhaven

01/06/2026

23/05/2026

We are excited to share details about our new meal preparation course, funded by

The "Efficient & Healthy Cooking" programme is designed primarily for, but not exclusively limited to, migrant and Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) residents in Leith. This programme aims to support individuals facing financial and societal barriers to accessing healthy food by offering an educational and practical course covering the following topics:

1. Efficiency and sustainability in meal preparation for families 🍽️🌱
2. Maintaining health and nutrition without compromise 🥗💪
3. Sourcing ingredients efficiently without breaking the bank or damaging the environment 💰🌍
4. Shopping for food with efficiency and sustainability in mind 🛒♻️
5. Practicing efficient and sustainable recipes and cooking methods 👩‍🍳🔥
6. Learning about food waste elimination and managing leftovers ♻️🍴

Led by a qualified nutritionist, this programme provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical knowledge about food, including financial, nutritional, and cooking skills. Additionally, we aim to combat loneliness and isolation by bringing people together to learn and share meals! 🤝❤️

19/05/2026

📢 We’re Hiring: Business Development Manager

📍 Heart of Newhaven, Edinburgh
💷 Salary: £36,646
🕒 Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
📅 Closing Date: Wednesday 27 May 2026, 5pm

Heart of Newhaven is looking for an experienced and motivated Business Development Manager to help shape the future of our community-led charity.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing sustainable income streams, building partnerships, and supporting long-term growth while staying true to our mission of inclusion, community wellbeing, and reducing social isolation.

We’re looking for someone with:
✔️ Proven experience in project management and income generation
✔️ Strong budgeting and financial management skills
✔️ Experience building effective corporate and community partnerships
✔️ Excellent communication and collaboration skills
✔️ The ability to work independently and creatively

Experience within the charity sector is desirable.

Join a passionate team making a real difference in Newhaven and help us build a stronger, more connected community.

📩 Find out more and apply here:

18/05/2026

30/03/2026

MUSIC AT THE HARBOUR INN

29/03/2026

Come and Visit!

Next week Travelling Gallery will be returning to Edinburgh, we'll be visiting:

Monday 30th March - Community Wellbeing Space, Wester Hailes 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 31st March - Inch House Community Centre, 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 1st April - Heart of Newhaven 10am - 4pm

Free - and everyone is welcome

Communitywellbeingcollective Inch House Community Centre The Heart of Newhaven City Art Centre

10/01/2026

Heart of Newhaven January 2026 Newsletter -

After a busy December the Enchanted Forest trees are coming down and will be stored. We are taking suggestions for future projects where all crafters can be involved. Come to one of our sessions and share your ideas with us.

08/01/2026

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09/12/2025

✨ Heart of Newhaven: Official Livestream Venue for the 2025 Royal Institution CHRISTMAS LECTURES®! ✨

For the first time, Heart of Newhaven is delighted to be an official livestream venue for this year’s CHRISTMAS LECTURES® from the Royal Institution.

Join us on the evenings of Thursday 11th, Saturday 13th, and Tuesday 16th December as we stream the lectures live from London.

Bring your curiosity and excitement — families from across the local area are warmly invited to watch the lectures come to life in real time and be among the first to uncover the mysteries of the Universe with Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock!

🎟 Free Events — Please Pre-Register
Although the events are free to attend, please help us manage numbers by pre-registering on our Eventbrite page:
👉 https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/newhaven-live-streaming-of-ri-christmas-lectures-4799146

Each lecture is suitable for all ages, and you’re welcome to attend one, two, or all three evenings.

We hope to see you there! 🌟

Delighted to be an official livestream venue for this year’s CHRISTMAS LECTURES® from the Royal Institution. Join us to watch the lectures come to life in real time and be the first to discover mysteries of the Universe with Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock.