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12 Days of GCP 2024 Christmas Appeal

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

GCP’S 2024 SOCIAL IMPACT REPORT

GCP’s 2024 Impact Report gives an overview of ALL that we do, with great photos and stats to demonstrate our positive impact

Why the Book Festival loves GCP

The world-famous Edinburgh International Book Festival chooses Grassmarket Event Hire Services. It’s a relationship that speaks volumes!

Choir is back. Sing it!

The GCP Choir has always been hugely popular, so we’re delighted to announce it’s back!

Numeracy Group

Getting to grips with numbers! Numeracy improves life outcomes, such as employment and even our physical health…

Christmas Party at The Grassmarket

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

Burns Night Murder Mystery Dinner at GCP

Should Auld Acquaintance Be Found Dead… Join us for a Burns Night Eve Murder Mystery Dinner!

Valentine’s Special with Elvis

Following last year’s sell-out special, ELVIS is back! Look no further for the perfect romantic Valentine’s night…

Spring Swap Party

Join us for a Spring Swap Party in the heart of Edinburgh. A fun afternoon and a sustainable way to refresh your wardrobe!

Ceilidh Spring Fling

Where better to celebrate springtime in Edinburgh than in the heart of the Old Town. Dance the night away with friends and loved ones!

St Andrew’s Night Ceilidh

Where better to celebrate St Andrew’s Night than in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town.

An Evening with Anita Manning

Join us for an exceptional event with everyone’s favourite Scottish antiques expert and TV personality

Judith the John Lewis Coffee Saint

Meet our good friend, Judith, the John Lewis Coffee Saint

In the picture at National Galleries of Scotland

Picture this! Eleven Members of GCP enjoying their own private tour of the National Galleries of Scotland.

Supported by Edinburgh Film Guild

Grassmarket Community Picture House announces an exciting new partnership with the Edinburgh Film Guild.

Meet our community cinema team

Meet our fabulous Community Cinema team of film buffs

Help us build our boat!

You may have heard we’re building a boat here at GCP. And, you can help. Here’s how…

Summer Showcase 2024

THU 18 JUL Join us for our Summer Showcase, as we open our doors to celebrate the creativity and diversity of our community

Skiff Story Part One

Yes, we’re building a boat thanks to funders including HSBC, Edinburgh Airport and John Lewis.

Building a boat – Skiff Story Part 2

‘If you can build a boat, you can build anything!’ ALL aboard for the latest update…

Volunteering with GCP

Volunteering plays an essential role in the continued success of GCP. Find out how you can help change lives

A History of Volunteering at GCP

If you ever want to know about the history of volunteering at the GCP, Tommy is your man.

Social Impact in action

Meet David and Mike. People come to GCP for many different reasons. Social Isolation, however, is a common thread.

Essential GCP – Part 2

Social poverty and connection. In the second of our Essential GCP series, we talk about social poverty

Vote Kevin for People’s Choice

Kevin, our Volunteer Manager, has being shortlisted for the SCVO Awards for Employee of the Year. You can VOTE KEVIN too!

Greyfriars Tartan did Tartan Week!

Greyfriars Tartan at Tartan Week – an important opportunity to build on the success of this much-loved brand

KILTWALK FOR GCP – 15 SEP 2024

Kiltwalk for GCP this September to support the work we do!

Free haircuts thanks to Inky and the Mane

Free haircuts at GCP, thanks to new partners, Inky and the Man

Our Social Enterprise story

GCP, are we a charity or are we a social enterprise? We’re both, and much more besides! Enjoy our Social Enterprise story…

The Swifts have arrived

It’s spring and the swifts will soon be here. Here’s a story of an exceptional creative project and three special swifts who are here to stay

Commission woodwork and furniture

Commission custom woodwork and bespoke furniture from our award-winning Social Enterprise wood workshop

Meet Alex, our new Hospitality & Events Manager

Meet Alex, our new Hospitality and Events Manager. Regular customers at Coffee Saints will already recognise Alex’s smiling face…

Members lunch at GCP

Members lunches are THE most important part of our day for many reasons. For some, it is the only meal of the day

Essential GCP – Part 1

Food poverty and food as a basic human right. Discover more about GCP’s essential work and social purpose

Recycling a Hospital

An exciting, new partnership with the Edinburgh Futures Institute and GCP’s Wood Workshop

We’re hiring a Learning & Development Coordinator

GCP is looking for a committed and motivated Learning & Development Coordinator to support and deliver our programmes

Staying local with Mercat Tours

Local walking tours are THE best way to explore the extraordinary history of our neighbourhood. Thank you, Mercat Tours.

SEP-DEC 2024 – GCP MEMBERS PROGRAMME

Every week day, a fantastic mix of classes to boost your practical and creative skills. Plus social events and a chance to catch up

Meet Usman our GCP Project Worker

Meet Usman, our Project Worker. A a hugely valued member of the GCP team, he is involved in our community across the board

Phoenix Group and GCP

We’re delighted Phoenix Group chose to spend a Corporate Volunteering day with GCP