The Grassmarket Community Project

Welcome to The Grassmarket Community Project in the heart of Edinburgh

The Grassmarket Community Project is a community of over 500 people, working together to support positive changes in one another’s lives. We support vulnerable adults in Edinburgh through reconnection, experience and social enterprise.

We are THE good place to be and ALL are welcome.
Take a look at our award-winning charity and social enterprises to see how you can get involved.

Become a Member

Join our community and enjoy free activities, classes and support

Volunteer

Help us support our members' activities and social enterprises

Fund and Sponsor

We’re THE good place to be and you will be in very good company!

Support our Social Enterprises

Greyfriars Tartan

Choose from our award-winning, hand-crafted tartan range

Wood Workshop

An exquisite range of hand-crafted wooden gifts and products

Event Hire

Choose GCP for exceptional events and entertaining in beautiful venues

Coffee Saints

Coffee with a conscience and a smile in the heart of Edinburgh

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The latest news

GCP’S SPOTLIGHT – OUR SPRING ISSUE

Discover GCP’s Spring Issue 2026 — filled with community stories, events, voices and ways to get involved. Celebrate new beginnings and create more memories with us.

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Welcoming the Legacy of the Grassmarket Mission

The Grassmarket Mission closes, transferring its legacy to the Grassmarket Community Project. GCP will continue supporting Edinburgh’s most marginalised, ensuring the Mission’s vision and impact endure for future generations

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12 Days of GCP Christmas Appeal donate today

12 Days of GCP 2025 Christmas Appeal

To inspire you to support our essential work, here are 12 ways to make a difference!

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GCP’S 2025 SOCIAL IMPACT

GCP’s 2025 Impact Report gives an overview of ALL that we do, with great photos and stats to demonstrate our positive impact

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Christmas Party at The Grassmarket

Look no further, we have the perfect space and the perfect team for your festive fun…

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Our Summer Showcase shines brighter than ever!

Our Summer Showcase dazzled with member talent — a joyful evening welcoming the public to celebrate creativity and connection.

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Welcome (back) to Carlie!

Welcome (back) to Carlie. We would like to extend a big GCP welcome!

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Celebrating Our First-Ever Staff Awards!

Last week, we held our very first Staff Awards here at the Grassmarket Community Project — and what a special evening it was! We’re incredibly proud of the brilliant team we have, and we wanted to take a moment to shine a spotlight on those who go above and beyond every day.

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Coming soon

Live events and weekly cinema screenings. Book your seats!

February 11, 2026, 7:00 pm

Renée Zellweger returns to this iconic role alongside Hugh Grant and newcomers Leo Woodall and Chiwetel Ejiofor Read More »

March 11, 2026, 7:00 pm

This classic Hollywood romantic comedy is a rare example of a female-directed film from its time period Read More »

March 14, 2026, 1:00 pm

Get ready to unleash your creativity while sipping on bubbly and enjoying some tasty treats at our Crafting with Afternoon Tea & Prosecco Read More »

March 15, 2026, 1:00 pm

Get ready to unleash your creativity while sipping on bubbly and enjoying some tasty treats at our Crafting with Afternoon Tea & Prosecco Read More »

March 18, 2026, 7:00 pm

A young girl comes of age against the backdrop of the Iranian revolution in this animation based on the eonymous graphic novel Read More »

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