Alison Kane, John Lewis and us – the perfect fit
John Lewis and GCP have been working together for 7 years. Our latest collaboration welcomes retail expert Alison to our Tartan Project.
The IT Group at GCP
Join the IT Group at GCP. Held twice a week, these groups are VERY popular with our Members.
Our Women’s Group for phenomenal women
Our Women’s Group is a safe and welcoming space for Members who identify as women. Phenomenal women us!
Inspiring partnerships – meet Kat from Mercat Tours
Meet Kat from Mercat Tours, as we celebrate inspiring partnerships with inspirational women. For Kat, it’s all about community
Eurovision Party 2023
Good Evening Europe! Join our hostess and Edinburgh sensation Tanya Windaes for our Big Boom Bang a Bang Eurovision Party…
Inspiring Women at The Grassmarket Community Project
Celebrate inspiring women with us at GCP. Meet some phenomenal women and celebrate Mother’s Day with us
Inspirational women of GCP – meet Anne and Magdala
Meet Anne and Magdala. They are both phenomenal women and sew inspirational…
Inspirational women of GCP – meet Julia
Meet Julia, leader of our new Women’s Group. She’s an inspiring woman with a story to tell
Inspirational women of GCP – meet Hazel
Meet Hazel, our inspiring finance administrator. She sits at the centre of everything we do. Find out more…
Inspirational women of GCP – meet Milly
Our amazing events manager Milly shares her story and inspiration with us…
Commission custom wood signs and bespoke furniture
Commission custom wood signs, awards and furniture from our award-winning Social Enterprise wood workshop
CEO Recruitment
We are looking for our new Chief Executive Officer – closing date Mon 13 March. Full recruitment pack available here.
Volunteer Stories: Meet Dennis
Meet Dennis. A popular face around The Grassmarket Community Project, Dennis is an experienced volunteer with a smile and a story to share
A message from Richard Frazer, Chair and Founder of the Grassmarket Community Project
A message from Richard Frazer, Chair and Founder of the Grassmarket Community Project In March, we will be saying farewell to Jonny Kinross, our inspirational and much respected leader of […]
Listen up – this is what we love
Listen as a lovely mix of members, volunteers and staff take less than a minute to express what they love about GCP
Meadows Walking Group
Our Meadows Walking Group enjoy their weekly time together. Join them for all four seasons and more in beautiful Edinburgh
Love is Love at The Grassmarket Community Project
Love is love at The Grassmarket Community Project. This month, every month, we celebrate love in all its forms.
Our mighty wee Tartan Shop
Next time you’re heading down Candlemaker Row, pop into our wee Tartan Shop at number 58. Or make a special visit!
Welcome to our LGBTQIA+ Group
Welcome to our LGBTQIA+ Group, find out all about our newest support group for our Members
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Read and Write volunteers
Become a Read and Write volunteer and help empower a learner to reach their full potential
We’re recruiting a Fundraiser
Join our amazing team taking our charity to new heights and help us sustain a community which has supported thousands of Edinburgh’s and Lothian’s most vulnerable. Are you a great […]
FREE Films at our multi-award winning Community Cinema
FREE amazing films every Wednesday in Edinburgh’s old town, screened in this multi award-winning venue
HSBC and The Grassmarket Community Project
HSBC are one of our regular corporate volunteering partners. Here’s the story so far of our developing relationship…
Respect – what it means to us
Respect is a core value here at Grassmarket Community Project. Find out what it means to us!
A warm welcome to 2023
A warm welcome to 2023. We’re off to a flying start this new year, with lots to share and inspire you over the months to come.
JAN-APR 2023 – MEMBERS IN-PERSON 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
JAN-APR 2023 – MEMBERS ON-LINE PROGRAMME
Enjoy a great mix of online classes to help you relax or boost your skills. Plus Zoom coffee breaks for a chance to catch up!
JAN-APR 2023 – MEMBERS OUTDOOR PROGRAMME
A breath of fresh air! Boost your wellbeing with our great outdoor programme, from walking, to gardening, to wild swimming…
JAN-APR 2023 – MEMBERS EXTRA EVENTS & SUPPORT
Take a look at our extra services and support, from events for the Over 60’s, to free meals. benefits advice and more
Open Door Meal – ALL Welcome
Every Wednesday, Edinburgh residents are invited to come along for a free meal at The Grassmarket Community Project
Meditation for your health and wellbeing
Meditation is good for your mental and emotional health and you can do it any time, any place, (almost) anywhere for free!
A Volunteer Perspective
One of our new volunteers shares her perspective on joining the team
Time for celebrating and giving
Choose THE good place to visit, shop, party, volunteer and donate at this time of year.
Singing Out Loud – our Members programme
Celebrating Better Times and a Merry Little Christmas, our volunteer Caroline captured the heart and soul of a recent session.
Gifts from our wood workshop
Choose from our selection of hand-crafted woodwork items or commission your own piece from our workshop.
Make and Mend – our Members programme
Discover more about our ever-popular Make and Mend classes.
OUR 2022 ANNUAL REPORT AND IMPACT
A year in the life of The Grassmarket Community Project – read our 2022 Annual Report and Impact Report
LONDON CALLING… Highlights from our Members’ trip
LONDON CALLING… Highlights from our recent Members’ trip
Choose closer to home
Choose THE good place to visit, shop, party, volunteer and donate at this time of year.