All welcome
The congregation is committed to Christian Outreach and to sharing God’s love with all people. We believe that the Church is for everyone.
Vistors are strongly urged to make contact with group representatives to confirm details of events etc as these may change from time to time or at short notice. Marchmont St Giles’ Parish Church cannot take responsibility for information on other sites linked from this website.
Please click here for the Welcome Leaflet that includes all the events on this year.
(Details correct as at )
Sunday:
Early Service | 9.50am | Church Centre
We enjoy a story and singing in a wide variety of styles and volume, along with crafts that families can do together. A warm welcome awaits however familiar or new to ‘Church’ folk are. Come along to find out why!
The Morning Service | 10.30am | Church
A traditional morning service of hymns, prayers and readings and followed during the rest of the week with a diverse selection of other activities in our Church Centre to appeal to a wide range of interests.
Junior Church | 10.30am | Church Centre
We aim to explore God’s world and Jesus teachings in an engaging, fun and welcoming way…also involving drinks & mini snacks! Recent themes & activities have been Psalms, Creation & making Welcome banners for the groups. Contact: Bettina Hather, the Family & Children’s worker, on 0131 447 4359.
Monday:
PilatesPlus | 9.30am – 10.15am | Inchcolm Hall
A complete body workout which builds core strength, stamina and flexibility through low impact conditioning exercises. -- Contact: talk@pilatesplusphysio.co.uk or call 0797 177 8962.
Well Baby Drop In | 10.30am – 11.30am | Inchkeith
A drop in session through NHS Lothian for parents & carers of babies under one year of age. -- Contact: Health visiting Team, Bruntsfield or call 0131 228 7507.
Nicola’s Art Classes | 10.30am – 1.30pm | Skye
Botanical,floral & natural forms. Learn how to capture the beauty of the natural world through drawing & painting in a small friendly relaxed class. Suitable for all- from absolute beginners to the more experienced. -- Contact: www.floralworks.co.uk or call Nicola on 07578 408 769.
Manor School of Ballet | 2.30pm – 6.00pm | Church & Inchcolm
Ballet, Jazz, & Tap classes for children between 2.5 & 10 years old. From the age of 2.5 for Ballet & from the age of 7 for the Jazz & Tap classes. -- Contact: www.manorschoolofballet.co.uk or call 0131 347 2570.
Cubs | 6.15pm – 7.30pm | Inchcolm
The Cub Scouts section is for young people aged 8 to 10.5 years old (both boys & girls). We encourage participation, personal development & most of all fun. Trips, camps & a range of badges/challenge awards are offered. -- Contact: 85thbraidcubsstcrispins@gmail.com.
Explorer Scouts | 7.30pm – 9.30pm | Inchcolm
Meadows Explorer Scout Unit is a group of 14-18 yr olds (male & female) who enjoy camping, adventurous activities & challenging themselves. -- Contact: meadowsexplorers@googlemail.com or call Pash on 07814 705114.
PilatesPlus | 7.00pm – 8.30pm | Church
A complete body work out which builds core strength, stamina and flexibility through low impact conditioning exercises. -- Contact: talk@pilatesplusphysio.co.uk or call 0797 177 8962.
Tuesday:
Marchmont Playgroup | 9.30am – 12.30pm | Inchcolm
The playgroup operates on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays for children aged 2 1⁄4 to 4 years old. The children learn skills such as sharing & socialisation. - Contact: www.marchmontplaygroup.org.uk or marchmontstgilespg@gmail.com.
Time for Reflection | 10.00am – 10.30am | Church
A time of quiet contemplation, a chance to share concerns. All welcome.
Streamlyne Pilates 10.00 am – 12.15 pm Skye
Mat Classes are group classes, limited to ten people to allow the opportunity for individual attention and improved skill progression. Beginners 10-11am. Improvers 11.15 -12.15pm, Intermediate level. - Contact: www.streamlyne.co.uk or call 07745 907 380.
Singing4Fun | 2.00pm – 4.00pm | Inchcolm
Community singing designed for those with Parkinson’s, their carers, family, friends and anyone who wants to join in. - Contact: CathieQuinn by email cathie@edinburghparkinsons.org or call 0131 5576 438.
Young Engineers | 3.45pm – 6.45pm | Inchkeith
A LEGO Engineering club. Sessions are led by a professional engineer with children aged 7 to 10 building different LEGO models each week. - Contact: www.edinburgh.young-engineers.co.uk or call 07731 657 775.
3Ms Youth Partnership | 6.00pm – 8.00pm | Inchcolm
An evening of activities and conversation for young people. - Contact: Lucy Reddish by calling 0131 221 5800.
The Guild (fortnightly) | 7.30pm | Inchkeith
A welcoming, friendly group, meeting to hear a variety of speakers, with worship, fundraising for projects (see Saturday morning coffee). For more information check The Guild page on our website. Open to all. -- Contact: Eileen Dickson by calling 0131 667 2265 or call Muriel Anderson on 0131 445 2658.
Hatha Yoga Beginners | 5.45pm – 6.45pm | St. Giles
This is a great class to start your yoga journey! Yoga is not just about touching your toes. Hatha yoga is about investing in your health and maintaining your spine and spirit. -- Contact: www.edinburghyogacoop.com or call Gillian on 079971 605433.
Hatha Restorative Yoga | 7.00pm – 8.00pm | St. Giles
Restorative yoga aims to achieve physical, mental & emotional relaxation with the aid of props. Many restorative yoga poses are similar to normal hatha yoga poses, except performed with the support of props. Contact: www.edinburghyogaclass.com or call Gillian on 07971 605433.
Pilatesplus | 6.00 pm – 9.00pm | Church
A complete body work out which builds core strength, stamina and flexibility through low impact conditioning exercises. -- Contact: talk@pilatesplusphysio.co.uk or call 0797 177 8962.
Streamlyne Pilates | 7.00pm – 9.30pm | Skye
Mat Classes are group classes, limited to ten people to allow the opportunity for individual attention and improved skill progression. Beginners 10-11am. Improvers 11.15 -12.15pm, Intermediate level. -- Contact: www.streamlyne.co.uk or call 07745 907 380.
Wednesday:
Toddler Church| 9.30 am to 10am | Church
First Wednesdays of the month. Informal service of Bible stories, songs and friendship in a special space for small children and their grown-ups. Little or loud, vocal babies to wriggly pre-schoolers. Tea trolley and play to finish. All welcome! - Contact: Bettina (Family worker) 0131 447 4359.
Marchmont Playgroup | 9.30am – 12.30pm | Inchcolm
The playgroup operates on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays for children aged 2 1⁄4 to 4 years old. The children learn skills such as sharing & socialisation. -- Contact: www.marchmontplaygroup.org.uk or marchmontstgilespg@gmail.com.
Butterflies Plus | 12.30pm | Inchkeith
Weekly lunches for the “over 60’s”. Come along any Wednesday for good food and company. Please book in advance. -- Contact: Call Judith Stewart on 447 4359 or butterflies@marchmontstgiles.org.uk. Enjoy one course for £4 or two courses for £6 including coffee, tea and mints
Sing & Sign ‘Babes’ | 1.15pm – 2.15pm | St. Andrews
For babies from 2 to 7 months old. Baby signing can benefit any family with a baby or toddler. Our ‘Babes’ classes are a gentle class aiming to build the foundations for good communication. The class is relaxed, and a perfect place to begin your baby signing journey. -- Contact: www.singandsign.com or call 0131 258 4536.
Highland Dancing | 2.30pm -3.30pm | Inchkeith
Rosalie Millar School of Dancing - UKA Highland Dancing for children Age 3 upwards. - Contact rosalie.millar.dance@gmail.com or call 07718894061.
SJM Performance Academy | 6.00pm – 9.00pm | Church
Drama session for Children P1 - P4 : 5.00pm to 6.00pm, P5 - P7 : 6.00pm to 7.30pm and S1 - S4 : 7.30pm to 9.00pm. - Contact: hello@sjmcreative.com for full details.
SJM Performance Academy | 6.00pm – 9.00pm | Skye Room
Adult drama sessions. - Contact: hello@sjmcreative.com for full details.
Beaver Scouts | 6pm – 7pm | Inchcolm Hall
A BEAVER COLONY for children aged 6-8 years. - Contact: www.scouts.org.uk or call David Colley on 0131 663 3757.
Ladies’ Club | 7.45pm – 9.45pm | Inchkeith
Church group which meets for dancing, games, chat and outings such as walking in the summer; also helps with Church activities. - Contact: Frances Brown 0131 672 3329.
Thursday:
Toddlers Group | 9.30am – 11.30am | Inchkeith
A group for children and parents/carers aged 0-5 (pre-school age). - Contact: Bettina (Family worker) 0131 447 4359.
Mini French | 1.00pm – 2.30pm | Inchkeith
Suitable for children aged 0 to 5. Experienced, child-centered sessions run with love. A fresh approach to exploring language. Full details on website. - Contact: www.minifrench.co.uk, info@minifrench.co.uk or call 07800554328.
Hatha Restorative Yoga | 9.30am – 10.30am | St. Giles
Restorative yoga aims to achieve physical, mental & emotional relaxation with the aid of props. Many restorative yoga poses are similar to normal hatha yoga poses, except performed with the support of props. Contact: www.edinburghyogaclass.com or call Gillian on 07971 605433.
Marchmont Playgroup | 9.30am – 12.30pm | Inchcolm
The playgroup operates on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays for children aged 2 1⁄4 to 4 years old. The children learn skills such as sharing & socialisation. -- Contact: www.marchmontplaygroup.org.uk or marchmontstgilespg@gmail.com.
Bible Study | 10.00 am – 10.30am | Mull Room
A group bible study & discussion. All welcome.
Postnatal Pilates | 2.00pm – 4.00pm | Inchcolm
A great way to regain core strength and fitness post birth. - Contact:talk@pilatesplusphysio.co.uk or call 0791778962.
Peacock Academy of Irish Dancing | 4.00pm – 5.30pm | Church
Classes are for boys & girls aged 3 and up. Our classes cater for all abilities, whether you have been a dancer before or not, it doesn’t matter. Contact: www.irishdancingclasses.co.uk or call 07525 171 425.
Rainbows | 6.00pm – 7.00pm | Inchkeith
Girl guiding group for girls aged 5-7 that involves games & activities both indoor & outdoor. - Contact: Fiona Gray by email, fegray@hotmail.co.uk.
Brownies | 6.15pm – 7.30pm | Inchcolm
Girl guiding group for girls aged 7-10. Involves various activities including arts and crafts, games, cookery, parties, and visits. - Contact: msg.brownies@yahoo.com or call Kirstin Leighton on 07793862978.
Friday:
Monkey Music | 9.00am – 12noon | Inchkeith
The popular award-winning pre school music classes with original music & quality percussion instruments, written how children learn best. Sessions for four age groups starting at just 3 months! - Contact: www.monkeymusic.com or call Abbey Smith on 0131 229 4480.
Sing and Sign | 10am – 2.00pm | St Andrews’
Helping babies and toddlers communicate before speech. Learn baby signing the easy way; through music, songs and fun!
Saturday:
The Guild Morning Coffee | 10.00am -12noon | Cafe
Coffee and chat, open to all. Held every Saturday from September to June. Monies raised go towards Guild projects. - Contact Eileen Dickson 0131 667 2265 or Muriel Anderson 0131 445 2658.
Monkey Music | 9.00am – 12noon | Inchkeith
The popular award-winning pre school music classes with original music & quality percussion instruments, written how children learn best. Sessions for four age groups starting at just 3 months! - Contact: www.monkeymusic.com or call Abbey Smith on 0131 229 4480.
Tumble Tots | 9.00am – 2.00pm | Inchcolm
Classes designed for children aged from walking to 2 years old, 2 to 3 years old, and 3 years old to school age. - Contact: Jo Letelier-Lobos at joletelier.lobos@virgin.net or call 01875 819966.