Feeling inspired by the World Cup? Or just fed up that the kids get all the fun?
Brand new for summer 2026
Our coaches are running informal tournaments for the grown ups in July and August. Everyone welcome (as long as you’re over 18) no matter your ability.
More details in the flyer 
The Youth Arts Open Fund is now open for applications!
Artists, youth organisations and community groups across Scotland are invited to apply to the fund, which supports youth-led arts projects for children and young people who face barriers to accessing creative opportunities.
Freelance artists can apply for up to £10k, and organisations can apply for up to £20k.
Deadline 21 July
Find out more at the link in the comments
Administered by YouthLink Scotland, funded by The Scottish Government through Creative Scotland
A man has been jailed for three years and four months for violence against women and drug supply offences in Edinburgh.
Douglas Dunbar, 65, pled guilty to supplying controlled drugs to several women, assault and attempting to defeat the ends of justice at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday, 3 February, 2026.
On Sunday, 25 February, 2024, officers attended a shopping centre in Edinburgh following a report of concern for an unresponsive female within a vehicle. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene and her death was treated as drug related.
Enquiries revealed Dunbar had supplied the woman with class A drugs for several months prior to her death, and he had been engaging with other people involved in prostitution in the Edinburgh area in exchange for cash and controlled drugs.
He admitted disposing of her phone in an attempt to defeat the ends of justice.
Dunbar was also convicted of violently assaulting another woman by restraining her arm then compressing her neck within his van in January, 2024.
On Tuesday, 9 June, 2026, Dunbar was ordered to serve three years and four months in prison, at the same court.
Detective Sergeant Ashley Rea, Gayfield CID, said: “Dunbar prayed on vulnerable women, supplying them with drugs, which he knew could cause serious harm.
“When one woman suffered an overdose in his van, he disposed of her phone in an attempt to cover his tracks before then calling emergency services for help. His actions were reckless and deplorable, with no concern for the risk posed to these vulnerable women.
“I want to commend the women who came forward to report what had happened to them. I want to thank them and the family of the woman who died for providing key information which resulted in charges against Dunbar. It’s thanks to their combined strength and determination throughout the process that Dunbar is now behind bars. I hope the outcome in court will bring them some form of justice and comfort.
“I also want to acknowledge the work done by detectives and criminal justice partners to bring him to justice.
“Police Scotland is dedicated to tackling violence against women and commercial sexual exploitation. Women and girls should be able to live their lives free from all forms of violence, abuse, harassment and exploitation.
“We understand how difficult it can be to report violence or abuse. It is important people understand they are not alone, help is available. We have specially trained officers and partners who take a trauma-informed approach. Anyone who reports such crimes is fully supported throughout.”
Feeling a bit “bleurgh” 
? Stomach bugs can be very unpleasant but usually clear up by themselves within a couple of days.
If you are unwell with diarrhoea or vomiting you should:
stay off work or school until at least 48 hours after symptoms have stopped.
avoid visiting anyone in hospital during this time.
wash your hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water particularly after using the toilet and before preparing or handling food.
drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
take paracetamol for any fever or aches and pains.
get plenty of rest.
use special rehydration drinks, available from community pharmacies if you have signs of dehydration, such as a dry mouth or dark urine.
if you feel like eating try plain foods such as soup, rice, pasta and bread
#NHSinform has more information on what you should do if you have an upset tummy. Click the link in the comments to find out more
We have another delicious lunch planned for Monday 8th June!
Get along for a hearty chilli and rice, followed by rice pudding and fruit.
Hot breakfast 9-10:30am, lunch on 11:30am-12:30pm. Sit in or take away.
FREE for everyone!
FRIDAY 19th JUNE 7.30 – 11pm
THE VOODOO ROOMS, West Register Street
A trio of Edinburgh schools and good causes are in the running for much-needed funds to help young people.
Corstorphine Village Playgroup, Liberton High School, and What? Why? Children in Hospital have been selected in the latest round of voting in Tesco’s Free Fruit & Veg grants programme with £500, £1,000 and £1,500 available – and customers can now vote for the one they want to support.
The programme is open to initiatives in Edinburgh that have a clear food focus for young people, including breakfast clubs, holiday food provision, access to healthy snacks for youth groups, community pantries, cookery and nutrition sessions, and food-growing projects that help children learn where food comes from.
The grants form part of Tesco’s wider Fruit & Veg for Schools ambition, giving schools and community groups funding for healthy food projects as the retailer works to help more than one million schoolchildren get fruit and vegetables through its school and community programmes, ran in partnership with community charity Groundwork.
Corstorphine Village Playgroup is keen to receive funding so that it can educate young children on healthy eating.
Also in line for funding is Liberton High School, which is looking to use the money it receives to host a breakfast club every morning for all young people, and deliver food parcels to pupils and their families.
Lastly, What? Why? Children in Hospital will use the grant it gets to help children and parents prepare for a hospital visit to the cardiology department, and answer some of their questions starting with What? and Why?
Claire de Silva, head of community at Tesco, said: “Every child deserves the chance to enjoy healthy food and build the foundations for a stronger future, so we want to support the brilliant schools and community groups in Edinburgh helping children and young people access nutritious food.
“Whether that’s a breakfast club, a pantry, cookery sessions or a project that helps children grow and try new foods, we’d encourage local organisations to apply for the grants – and we’d love shoppers to get involved when the customer vote comes to their local store.”
Customers can vote for the good cause they want to support by dropping the Tesco token they receive at the checkout into the relevant voting box as they leave the store. Each funding round features three local projects, with grants awarded based on the number of tokens received.
Schools and community groups in Edinburgh can apply for funding in future rounds via Tesco, as the retailer looks to support more local projects helping children and young people access healthy, nutritious food. In recent years, thousands of pounds have been donated to Edinburgh good causes.
For more information about the Tesco Free Fruit & Veg for Schools programme and find out how to apply for a grant , visit:: https://www.tescoplc.com/fruit-and-veg-grants
Port of Leith Open Day – come and see us this Sunday 7th June!
Residents from across Edinburgh are being invited to attend Living Streets Edinburgh’s annual public meeting on Thursday 11 June, bringing together campaigners, community leaders and local people passionate about making the city safer, healthier and more accessible for walking.
The event will take place from 6pm to 7.30pm at the Friends Meeting House, Victoria Terrace, Edinburgh (EH1 2JL), and is free and open to all.
Attendees will hear from two guest speakers who have made significant contributions to creating people-friendly places and improving public health:
The meeting will also provide an opportunity for Edinburgh residents to share their experiences, identify walking-related problem hotspots across the city, and help shape Living Streets Edinburgh’s priorities for the coming year.
The organisation will celebrate a number of recent successes, including helping secure reduced waiting times at 24 standalone pedestrian crossings and supporting the pedestrianisation of the Lawnmarket in Edinburgh’s Old Town.
David Hunter, Convenor of Living Streets Edinburgh, said: “Walking is the most accessible form of transport and one of the simplest ways to improve our health and strengthen communities.
“We’re delighted to welcome Malcolm Fraser and Helga Rhein to this year’s meeting, and just as importantly, we want to hear directly from Edinburgh residents about their experiences and ideas.
“We’ve seen real progress over the past year, from shorter waiting times at pedestrian crossings to more space being given over to people rather than traffic. But there’s still much more to do.
“Whether you’re a regular campaigner, a local resident concerned about a particular street, or simply interested in making Edinburgh a better place to walk, I’d encourage you to come along and join the conversation.”
Living Streets Edinburgh is the local branch of the UK’s charity for everyday walking and works to improve conditions for pedestrians across the city.
Event details:
Living Streets Edinburgh Annual Public Meeting
Thursday 11 June
6.00pm – 7.30pm
Friends Meeting House
Victoria Terrace
Edinburgh EH1 2JL
This Pride Month, Vue is celebrating with a curated line-up of queer cinema – including a timeless classic, a modern favourite and a brand-new release.
Kicking off the season is an adaptation of Alysia Abbott’s best-selling memoir Fairyland. Produced by Academy Award winner Sofia Coppola, the film follows a young girl whose life is uprooted by her father following the death of her mother. Landing in 1970s San Francisco, dad Steve flourishes with the freedom to develop his writing and date other men, however his bohemian lifestyle clashes with the expectations of parenting.
Be transported to 18th century France as one of the greatest love stories ever told, Portrait of a Lady on Fire, returns to screen from 3 June. The critically acclaimed film follows Marianne, who is commissioned to paint the wedding portrait of Héloïse, a young woman who has just left the convent. As the two women orbit one another, intimacy and attraction grow, with the portrait soon becoming a collaborative act of and testament to their love.
Arriving from 5 June is Madfabulous, the true story of fabulously flamboyant Henry Paget as he claims his aristocratic inheritance in 1890s North Wales. His theatrical flair disrupts the upper-class elite, much to the delight of the townspeople. Alongside his cousin Lily and loyal butler Gelert, Henry navigates suffocating traditions, scheming relatives, and the long shadow cast by his estranged father.
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, The Birdcage is sashaying back onto the big screen as part of Vue’s Pride season from 6 June. Expect lots of laughs in this 90s cult classic, as gay cabaret owner (Robin Willians) and his drag queen companion (Nathan Lane) agree to put up a false front so that their son can introduce them to his fiancée’s right-wing moralistic parents, played by Dianne Weist and Gene Hackman.
Rounding off the season, animated intergalactic sci-fi Lesbian Space Princess will be arriving on the big screen from 20 June. Watch as Princess Saira, from the planet Clitopolis, travels the GAY-laxy on a chaotic rescue mission to save her ex, who is being held ransom by the Straight White Maliens.
Ian Chester, General Manager at Vue Edinburgh, said: “At Vue we’re committed to showcasing films that reflect the rich diversity of our audiences and this Pride we’re especially proud to highlight stories that celebrate and represent our LGBTQ+ communities.
“We can’t wait to welcome film fans to switch off and immerse themselves in human stories with big emotions, deep connections – and moments that stay with will last long after the credits roll.”
To find out more, visit www.myvue.com
