Good food, Company & Free Cinema!
Our Open Door Evenings provide a warm, welcoming space for people experiencing homelessness, insecure housing, poverty or social isolation.
Every Wednesday from 5pm, you are invited to the Grassmarket Centre for a freshly prepared two-course meal, served by our friendly team of staff and volunteers. Food is served until 6pm or when we run out.
The purpose of Open Door Evenings are a chance to sit down with other people, build connections and feel part of a community. There is no referral or membership requirement to attend, making Open Door a simple and welcoming way to access support and connect with GCP.
In 2025, we served 2,593 meals, supporting an average of around 50 people each week.
More than a meal
Alongside the meal, we can offer other opportunities and support, helping people feel welcome, cared for and connected.
Partner Services
We have worked with local barbers to provide free hair cuts, Simon Community Street Reads set up a free bookshop and Dignity Box have provided hundreds of essential and high quality toileteries to take away. Check in with [email protected] to find out what services we are currently working with or if you would like to partner in this space.
Grassmarket Community Picturehouse
After the meal, everyone is welcome to stay for a free weekly film at our Community Picturehouse – screenings start at 7pm every week. Listings here!
A route into the wider GCP community
For some people, Open Door is their first connection with GCP. From there, people can find out more about our Members Programme, activities, volunteering and other opportunities if they choose.
Help us keep the door open
Open Door Meals are made possible by the generosity of our volunteers, supporters and community.
A £5 donation can help us continue providing food, warmth and a welcoming place for people who need it.
