All set for North Edinburgh Film Festival

FRIDAY 27 & SATURDAY 28th MARCH at NORTH EDINBURGH ARTS

The North Edinburgh Film Festival is this Friday 27 March & Saturday 28 March, and you can now take a look at everything we’ve got lined up for you.

This year we’re in our brand new home at North Edinburgh Arts, and we’ve packed two days with over 60 films from across the world and right here in North Edinburgh, plus art installations, filmmaking workshops for all ages, a community lunch, and an Audience Awards Ceremony where you pick the best locally-made film.

From short films about working-class lives and social activism to animations, family-friendly screenings and special film screenings from Screen Education Edinburgh, there really is something for everyone.

👉 View the brochure online and start planning your visit – http://northedinburgharts.co.uk/north-edinburgh-film…/

📍 North Edinburgh Arts, 12C MacMillan Square

🗓️ Friday 27 March 10am–8:30pm

🗓️ Saturday 28 March 10am–6pm

Entry is free and drop in!

Full details: https://northedinburgharts.co.uk/north-edinburgh-film…/

Singin’ In The Rain in North Edinburgh

DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY FILM CLUB at NORTH EDINBURGH ARTS

Our Dementia Friendly Film Club is bringing yet another iconic musical comedy to the big screen in our theatre, Singin’ In the Rain. Join us on Thursday 26 March at 1.30pm.

This relaxed screening includes a short interval and light refreshments.

Entry is free and everyone’s welcome.

To book or discuss any accessible seating requirements, please call/text on 07493 876130 or email rehan@northedinburgharts.co.uk

Find out more here: https://northedinburgharts.co.uk/…/dementia-friendly…/

Next weekend: North Edinburgh Film Festival at North Edinburgh Arts

The North Edinburgh Film Festival is next Friday 27 March & Saturday 28 March, and you can now take a look at everything we’ve got lined up for you.

This year we’re in our brand new home at North Edinburgh Arts, and we’ve packed two days with over 60 films from across the world and right here in North Edinburgh, plus art installations, filmmaking workshops for all ages, a community lunch, and an Audience Awards Ceremony where you pick the best locally-made film.

From short films about working-class lives and social activism to animations, family-friendly screenings and special film screenings from Screen Education Edinburgh, there really is something for everyone.

👉 View the brochure online and start planning your visit – http://northedinburgharts.co.uk/north-edinburgh-film…/

📍 North Edinburgh Arts, 12C MacMillan Square

🗓️ Friday 27 March 10am–8:30pm

🗓️ Saturday 28 March 10am–6pm

Entry is free and drop in!

Full details: https://northedinburgharts.co.uk/north-edinburgh-film…/

Creative Movement for Grown Ups at North Edinburgh Arts

Creative movement and dance sessions are back this spring! This is your invitation to shake off the winter and step into joy, expression, and connection.

Led by Curious Seed, and featuring live music from Tinderbox Collective , the first session is this Friday, 20 March from 10am to 1pm. Come and join us!

✨ Open to adults (16+) living in North Edinburgh

🕺 No previous dance experience needed

💚 A welcoming space to move with ease, build confidence, and to support your wellbeing

⭐ FREE & DROP IN

📞For more information, call us on 0131 315 2151 or pop by and speak to a member of our team.

Save the dates:

Fridays, 11am – 1pm

20 March | 17 April | 1 May | 12 June | 10 July | 24 July | 7 August | 11 & 25 September 2026

Delivered with support from the Edinburgh Communities Health and Wellbeing Fund

Granton Goes Greener: Litter Pick this Saturday

SATURDAY 21st MARCH 11am – 1pm

We are very excited about our next Litter Picking event this Saturday (21/03). This time we will be focusing on Granton Crescent Park, across the road from the Salvation Army.

Huge THANK YOU to R2 for their support with the litter picking equipment.

Tea/coffee and snacks provided.

It is a family friendly event so we would welcome young litter pickers as well as well behaved dogs

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North Edinburgh Arts: Community Shed to reopen next week

The Community Shed will be reopen its doors from Tuesday 10 March.

Our new opening hours are:

Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday

10am – 2pm

Thank you so much to everyone for your patience while we carried out essential maintenance — we can’t wait to welcome you back!

And, if you would like to learn how to learn new woodworking skills, drop in to our sessions this spring. New members are welcome!

Bike Library at North Edinburgh Arts

Thinking of getting back on a bike or learning to cycle but not ready to invest in a bike just yet?

The NEA Bike Lending Library has bikes ready and waiting for you – and it’s completely FREE for NEA Members!

– Standard bikes in all sizes – available up to 1 week

– E-bikes & an e-trike – perfect for a day out, available for 1-day hire

– Ideal for trying out cycling, running errands, or exploring the area!

– Not a member yet? It’s quick and easy to join at https://northedinburgharts.co.uk/get…/become-a-member/ or in person at our Welcome Desk

– Fees for non-members: standard bike – £25 per week; electric bike – £25 per day

For more information:

Call us: 07493 876130

Email: bikes@northedinburgharts.co.uk

Supported by The City of Edinburgh Council Active Travel Group and Cycling UK in Scotland

New: Men’s Open Group at North Edinburgh Arts

FORTNIGHTLY – THURSDAYS FROM 6 – 8pm

FIRST SESSION IS ON THURSDAY 5 FEBRUARY

A new bi-weekly group for men is starting at North Edinburgh Arts.

A fortnightly group for men to meet and share what’s going on in their lives in a safe, respectful and non-clinical space.

All conversations are confidential, and the group is supported by local volunteers.

First session will take place on Thursday 5 February at 6pm, and then fortnightly.

For more information, please email: smvwalters@gmail.com