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Honorary doctorate for Jonny Kinross
Edinburgh University recognition for Edinburgh’s social enterprise champion
Following in the footsteps of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Neil Armstrong, Annie Lennox, Ian Rankin and Canadian PM Justin Trudeau and others, Leith resident Jonny Kinross has received an honorary doctorate from Edinburgh University for his charitable works. Jonny has devoted his working life to serving and supporting the most vulnerable in society and is currently CEO of the Grassmarket Community Project. Continue reading Honorary doctorate for Jonny Kinross
Climate cash windfall for MY Adventure
West Granton-based social enterprise MY Adventure is to receive almost £98,000 from the Scottish Government’s Climate Challenge Fund. MY Adventure is one of eight Edinburgh-based projects to receive a share of the £9.9 million fund which supports local action to tackle climate change. Continue reading Climate cash windfall for MY Adventure
MY Adventure leader James dies in holiday accident
MY Adventure director James Howell has died in an accident while on holiday.
Muirhouse Youth Development Group (MYDG’s) Board has issued the following statement:
Over the weekend James was involved in a tragic accident and passed away. At this time we don’t know the full details and we want to provide his family and the MYA team with some time to get their head round it. Normal service will resume at MYA and we will be in touch with the best point of contact for any questions in due course.
James came to MY Adventure two years ago with over 15 years of experience in outdoor education, adventure activities and expedition leadership. He worked extensively in the UK, Asia and Africa and was a passionate believer in the power of the outdoors to change lives for the better.
Our thoughts are with James’ family and colleagues at this terribly difficult time.
Mikaeel Memorial Play Park completed at Towford
MY Adventure team keep their promise to North Edinburgh
Last year MY Adventure ran a hugely successful Crowdfunder campaign (http://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/towford) to renovate an old school house in the Scottish Boarders for the children, young people and the families of North Edinburgh to spend time in a truly wonderful location. Continue reading Mikaeel Memorial Play Park completed at Towford
Loose women run amoc in Muirhouse!
Millennium Centre’s ‘Loose Women’ swop their brooms for bikes! Continue reading Loose women run amoc in Muirhouse!
MY bike rides FREE!
MY Adventure has teamed up with City of Edinburgh Council to deliver FREE guided cycle rides around our amazing city. Join us as part of the Smarter Choices, Smart Places initiative to explore the cycle network – a fantastic way to get around the city we love.
The paths are gentle and away from traffic, the perfect way to access so many of Edinburgh’s wonderful sights – the whole family is welcome. Our guides are experienced and friendly and even if you don’t have a bike that’s no problem. Just get in touch and we will loan you one for free!
Join us in Rodney Street Tunnel EH7 4EW 12 noon for a trip to the Forth Road Bridge or Portobello; alternatively there will be shorter cycle rides for the wee ones! We will also have displays in Rodney Street Tunnel about cycling in Edinburgh, tonnes of free information and even a smoothie making bike!
Check out our website www.myadventure.org.uk for more information and to book online, or phone 0131 629 3065 and receive a free gift on the day!
Check out MY Adventure’s new blog
Hi all,
Getting the story of MY Adventure out is important, so I have put together an introductory blog! More to follow from the whole MY Adventure team so keep an eye on it!
Go to
http://www.myadventure.org.uk/welcome-to-my-adventure/
All the best,
James Howell, Director
Led Rides with MY Adventure
MY Adventure has teamed up with City of Edinburgh Council to deliver FREE guided cycle rides around our amazing city! Join us as part of the Smarter Choices, Smart Places initiative to explore the cycle network – a fantastic way to get around the city we all love.
The paths are gentle and away from traffic, the perfect way to access so many of Edinburgh’s wonderful sights – the whole family is welcome. Our guides are experienced and friendly and even if you don’t have a bike that’s no problem – just get in touch and we will loan you one for free!
Meet at Gypsy Brae EH5 1QD on 4th or 11th October at either 11am or 2pm for a two hour cycle – or join us in Rodney Street Tunnel EH7 4EW at 12 noon for a trip to the Forth Road Bridge or Portobello.
We will also have displays in Rodney Street Tunnel about cycling in Edinburgh, tonnes of free information and even a smoothie-making bike!
Check out our website www.myadventure.org.uk for more information and to book online, or phone 0131 629 3065 and receive a free gift on the day!
Join MYDG for AGM … and get your bike checked too!
Muirhouse Youth Development Group
would like to invite you to our AGM
Thursday 24 September
3.30 – 5pm
My Adventure HQ
23b West Harbour Road, EH5 1PN
MYDG***MY Adventure***Muirhouse Link Up
Refreshments included
Please RSVP by Friday 11 September
(by email to Dean@mydg.org.uk)
Dear All,
I look forward to seeing everyone at the AGM at the MY Adventure HQ on 24 September. It will be great to share the groups successes over the last year and celebrate our young people together.
Address is: 23b West Harbour Road, Edinburgh, EH5 1PN.
If anyone would like to bring their bike to be given a free health check on the day please bring it along. We have a mechanics workshop here and some of the MY Academy team will be there to do it.
See you all soon,
James Howell, Director
