Gilmerton and District Community Council

13/08/2026

Our next monthly meeting is on Monday, 17th August 2026 in Gilmerton Library starting at 6.30pm.

Everyone welcome

13/08/2026

The Volunteer Edinburgh Recruitment Fair 2026 is back! 🎉

Thinking about volunteering but not sure where to start? Come along and discover how you could make a difference, meet new people, build your skills and support a cause you care about.

With 50+ charities, community groups and voluntary organisations all under one roof, there’ll be plenty of opportunities to explore — and lots of friendly people ready to chat about what they do.

📅 Tuesday 1 September 2026
🕙 10am–5.30pm
📍 St Paul’s & St George’s Church, York Place
🎟️ Free entry

Whether you’re looking for your first volunteering opportunity, something new to get involved with, or simply want to find out what’s available in your local community, come along and have a chat.

Your next volunteering opportunity could be waiting for you! 💚

Find out more: edvolfair.org.uk

We can’t wait to welcome you! 🙌

13/08/2026

13/08/2026

It’s time for the rescheduled Gilmerton Show! 🥳

After having to cancel back in June we are now ready for to go again with an autumn show with the same summer vibes and same fun classes for everyone ☀️🍁🍂

We are currently awaiting confirmation on judges which will be updated as soon as possible but for now ENTRIES ARE OPEN!

Lots of different classes for every shape and size of horse and pony! 🐴🦄

Pre entries at only £8 per class but we will be taking entries on the day for only £10.

https://horsemonkey.com/uk/equestrian_event/90875/Gilmerton+Show?fbclid=IwVERDUATnpCRwZG9mAWZkaWQWUMTtGitATYx0QX25QrJwJZgMY-1ksWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR5P9yaNJB2zl5grGY13x6iP62yVneXyuMJbCn-Qs6BFe31dniqfv6-B-J2p9w_aem_nfo2CiJxTjsJQY5JYjCGHA