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We are a health and wellbeing organisation that supports people with disabilities and long-term health conditions to see life differently, to lead good lives, and achieve what matters most to them.

A huge congratulations to Lee Cassidy, who has completed her first Thistle panel! 🧵Since picking up her needle in June 2...
01/10/2026

A huge congratulations to Lee Cassidy, who has completed her first Thistle panel! 🧵

Since picking up her needle in June 2025 at Connecting Craigmillar's tapestry group, Lee has stitched every part of the panel, as well as visitors and Thistle community members who added their own stitches at events and exhibitions along the way.

The finished panel will be displayed alongside the other 18 Craigmillar Tapestry panels at Craigmillar Now from 2-5 October, marking the first time Thistle's contribution has been part of the full exhibition.

Well done, Lee, and thank you to everyone who played a part. If you're in the area, pop along and see it for yourself! 💜

🔗 Exhibition details here: https://www.craigmillarnow.com/craigmillartapestry?fbclid=IwdGRzaAUp4m5jbGNrBSngF2V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHBkb2YFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEee76PLjfeN4Q69rMSzDa1-h4fKAMvU0126RRE3SkpJ0YZ5y6YFD_jIEe8WOs_aem_HpU1fb1y7FM0qk7Tjuh7-w&sfnsn=scwspmo

A massive thank you and congratulations to all our recent kiltwalkers who collectively raised £2700! 🎉 It was so lovely ...
22/09/2026

A massive thank you and congratulations to all our recent kiltwalkers who collectively raised £2700! 🎉

It was so lovely to come together on such a sunny day to celebrate, and we're so grateful for everyone who took part, donated, volunteered, or cheered people on throughout the day.

Well done to you all! 👏

📷 Haastrup Comms | Edinburgh

At the beginning of Summer, Callum who we support, shared with his team that he wanted to become more active. Since then...
15/09/2026

At the beginning of Summer, Callum who we support, shared with his team that he wanted to become more active. Since then, he's been attending the gym regularly, getting outdoors more, and he's noticed a real difference in his wellbeing.

"I'm feeling so much happier than before. I'm exercising in the gym, I'm going on walks, and I'm eating healthier.

“I set a goal to lose weight at the beginning of summer, and it's seen big improvements in my sleep and social life which before I was struggling with. I'm becoming more motivated by my progress as a result.

“I also like to do photography. Mostly of nature, like, of the moon and stars. Since I've been going out walking more, I've been able to take more of these photos, I just feel so much better because of it."

Congratulations, Callum! It’s great to hear his progress and how people thrive when they’re supported to make choices centred around what matters most to them 😊

Inspired by stories like Callum's? Join our team https://www.thistle.org.uk/work-with-us

Come and cheer our walkers on at the Kiltwalk finish line this Sunday, 13th September, at Murrayfield! 🎉We’ve got a fant...
11/09/2026

Come and cheer our walkers on at the Kiltwalk finish line this Sunday, 13th September, at Murrayfield! 🎉

We’ve got a fantastic group of 19 walkers taking part this year, and our Thistle cheer squad will be by the finish line all afternoon to celebrate with them.

Keep an eye out for our Fundraising Officer, Hannah (pictured), who’ll help you find the rest of the cheer squad in their neon green Thistle t-shirts from 12.30pm onwards. 💚

Can't make it on the day? You can still sponsor all our fantastic walkers at https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/thistlekiltwalk2026

A massive congratulations to Lizz, whose artwork is currently being exhibited at Garvald Makers in Morningside! 🎉Over th...
08/09/2026

A massive congratulations to Lizz, whose artwork is currently being exhibited at Garvald Makers in Morningside! 🎉

Over the past two years, Lizz has discovered a real passion for art through attending classes at Edinburgh. Whether she's just finished lunch, taken a tea break, or got home after a busy day, she's often eager to pick up where she left off and get stuck into her latest piece. 🎨

This exhibition is a wonderful celebration of Lizz's creativity and growing confidence as an artist. We're so proud to see her talent on display. 💜

This is your last chance to avoid Kiltwalk FOMO! 👀With 2 million people across Scotland living with a long-term conditio...
01/09/2026

This is your last chance to avoid Kiltwalk FOMO! 👀

With 2 million people across Scotland living with a long-term condition, the need for support has never been greater.

Sign up for the Edinburgh Kiltwalk on 13th September and join Team Thistle. Have a brilliant day out with us while making a lasting difference to the wellbeing of people across Scotland. 👏

🔗https://www.thekiltwalk.co.uk/events/edinburgh

28/08/2026

Last month we shared that we lost a much-loved member of our Thistle gym community, Kenny McKay. Well last week in Kenny’s memory, Margaret, Kirsty, Lawrence, and Mark decided to take on a challenge that he had planned to do himself. He set (and completed!) himself the challenge of doing 1000 pulls on the gym pulley in a single session, and was planning on doing 2000 next!

Huge congratulations to the group for completing this on Tuesday 18th, with each person contributing 500 pulleys alongside colleagues and Kenny’s family who were there to support them.

Malcolm Scullion, from our Communications team, who attended to photograph and film the occasion, said, “It was such a nice atmosphere in the gym. Everyone was supporting each other, making jokes, and cheering each other on.

“We put on 60s and 70s music that Kenny loved, and it really helped the team during the tiring moments. It was a pleasure to be there.”

As part of their challenge, the group chose to fundraise for Thistle. If you'd like to support or find out more about the gym, go to - https://www.thistle.org.uk/thistle-gym

We're recruiting for Mikey's team! A music-loving man who enjoys spending time with the people and activities he loves m...
28/08/2026

We're recruiting for Mikey's team! A music-loving man who enjoys spending time with the people and activities he loves most. 🎵

Mikey enjoys a range of activities, from listening to music and relaxing in his sensory room to going for walks in local parks and visiting cafés and restaurants. He also enjoys the occasional trip to the cinema and loves spending time with his family, always looking forward to their regular visits. 😊

🔗 Apply to work alongside him now: https://isw.changeworknow.co.uk/thistle/vms/e/careers/positions/di66eWIGHiiykIsPQepagV

19/08/2026

James has just marked two incredible achievements: 25 years working at Morrisons and being named Employee of the Month! 🎉

But things were initially challenging. When James was struggling in his role, we stayed, we listened, and together with Morrisons, we made small changes that had a big impact.

Today, James is thriving. His confidence has grown, and he's making a real difference to customers every day.

Hear his story in his own words. 🎥

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13 Queen's Walk
Edinburgh
EH164EA

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 3pm

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