The Community Hub
The Eric Liddell Community is more than just a building. We offer a space to support the needs of our community. Offering care, compassion and community.
A place to connect
The Eric Liddell Community is housed in the former Morningside North Parish Church at Edinburgh’s ‘Holy Corner’.
Since 1980 we have been operating as a care charity and Community Hub. Our Community Hub provides a home for our caring services including; Dementia Day Service, support for unpaid carers through our Carers Programme and Befriending Service and Music Therapy. Our multipurpose rooms are available to rent and we run a community café on our ground floor.
We are also home to a number of smaller charities who rent office space: Crossroads Church, Hearing Link, Scots Music Group, Pet and Companion, Haemophilia Scotland, The Spark, SOPA.
If you are interested in our office space and becoming a member of our community please contact frontdesk@ericliddell.org 0131 447 4520 who will direct your enquiry.
Classes
We host a wide range of classes for the local community. Take a look at the list below and find your next exercise class or hobby!
Monday
09:30 – 11:00
Yoga
Previous experience required and to be a member of U3A.
Contact Ann Kerrigan 0131 667 3761
10:00 – 13:30
Music Bug Classes
Sensory baby and toddler music classes with Catriona Mitchell 07366060860
13:00 – 15:00
Crochet Class
This gathering will take place on the 5th and 19th June.
An open group where members can bring their crochet, knitting, mending, whatever they want to do while spending time together. There is no pressure to do anything, this is an opportunity to get together, socialise, share stories and perhaps, have some fun!
This open community activity is free for anyone to join.
For further information, please contact Malin at wollbergm@ericliddell.org or call 0131 357 1277
17:00 – 18:00
Pilates Lower Intermediate with Bea Alexander
Level 2
For further information, please email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
18:15 – 19.15
Pilates Higher Intermediate with Bea Alexander
Level 3
For further information, please email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
19:15 – 20:15
Pilates Plus Physio
With Tessa Santer – classes@pilatesplusphysio.co.uk or 07971778962
19:30 – 20:30
Pilates Advanced with Bea Alexander
Level 4 – pilates foam roller needed as well as the usual equipment
For further information, please email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
Tuesday
13:30 – 14:30
Eric’s Encore (Dementia Inclusive Music Group)
Eric’s Encore is a dementia inclusive music group. It is an opportunity to get together, play, sing, have fun and share memories through music. This free activity will take place on the 6th and 13th June.
For further information, please contact Malin at wollbergm@ericliddell.org or call 0131 357 1277
*Our dementia inclusive activities aim to connect carers and people living with dementia with others in a similar situation to provide a sense community.
14:00 – 16:00
Watercolour Class
Hosted by The Eric Liddell Community
Drop in for £6/class
18:00 – 19:00
Pilates Lower Intermediate with Katy Bromberg
Level 2
For further information, please email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
19:00 – 19:45
Pilates Plus Physio
With Tessa Santer – classes@pilatesplusphysio.co.uk or 07971778962
19:15 – 20:15
Pilates Higher Intermediate with Katy Bromberg
Level 3
For further information, please email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
Wednesday
10:00 – 12:00
Out & About Meet Up
Rub by ‘Out & About’ this friendly group goes for a coffee and chat at The Eric Liddell Community and beyond! Come all to spend time and form connections while also exploring beautiful Edinburgh.
Activities:
– 31st May: Coffee at the Botanical Garden
11:00 – 12:00
Gardening
The garden project hope to be outdoors, weather permitting, to develop the outdoor space at the hub to be sensory and dementia friendly.
THERE WON’T BE A GATHERING ON THE 28th JUNE.
This open community activity is free for anyone to join.
For further information, please contact Fi at BrownF@ericliddell.org
12:00 – 14:00
Liddell Lions Lunch (Dementia Inclusive Activity)
Liddell Lions is a weekly lunch group attended by carers and people living with dementia. Participants share a soup and sandwich lunch together and participate in a variety of activities. This dementia inclusive* activity is free.
– Activity on Wednesday, 31st May: Boccia with Michael
– Activity on Wednesday, 7th June: Pilates with Tess
– Activity on Wednesday, 14th June: Music with Gus
– Activity on Wednesday, 21st June: Arts & Crafts
THERE WON’T BE A GATHERING ON THE 28TH JUNE
For further information, please contact Malin at wollbergm@ericliddell.org or call 0131 357 1277
*Our dementia inclusive activities aim to connect carers and people living with dementia with others in a similar situation to provide a sense community.
14:30 – 16:00
Seated Exercise
Dawn Gyles – 0131 332 0669
Thursday
09:30 – 10:30
Pilates Plus Physio
With Tessa Santer – classes@pilatesplusphysio.co.uk or 07971778962
10:00 – 13:00
Every 3rd Thursday of the month – Homeopathy UK Charitable Clinic
The clinic is run by homeopath Julien Baron-Meyet who is registered with the Faculty of Homeopathy. Find out more here.
10:30 – 11:30
Sensory Art
Join Niroshini and Jo, artist from the Sensory Collective, for a couple of dementia-inclusive sessions at The Eric Liddell Community on the 1st and 15th June. We will offer a welcoming space to creatively connect and explore together using music, movement, and other sensory arts activities.
For further information, please contact Malin at wollbergm@ericliddell.org or call 0131 357 1277
11:00 – 11:30
Wellbeing Walk
Gentle exercise benefits both physical and mental health.
The Eric Liddell Community’s new wellbeing walks are open to all. Our walks as a chance to socialise, make new connections, and clear our minds while outside, combating social isolation and loneliness. Alternating between 30 minutes one week, and 60 the next, so you can choose what suits you time and energy. Each walk is led by a trained health walks leader and an eco-therapist, with focus on nature, mindfulness and wellbeing.
– 8th June: A walk in Eric Liddell’s footsteps
To mark Carers Week. This walk is exploring Eric’s community. Eric Liddell was a famous athlete, whom The Eric Liddell Community is named after. We will be walking in his footsteps on this 30-minute circular walk exploring the sights and sounds of Churchill. The meeting point for the start of the walk is at The Eric Liddell Community at 11 am.
– 22nd June: Bruntsfield & Mental Health
Although associated with golf, Brunsfield links is a beautiful open green space, which we will explore during this 30-minute circular walk. Focusing on how we can use open greenspace for our mental health and wellbeing. The meeting point for this walk will be at The Eric Liddell Community at 11 am.
For further information, please contact Maiken Thomsen at thomsenm@ericliddell.org
11:00 – 12:00
Wellbeing Walk
Gentle exercise benefits both physical and mental health.
The Eric Liddell Community’s new wellbeing walks are open to all. Our walks as a chance to socialise, make new connections, and clear our minds while outside, combating social isolation and loneliness. Alternating between 30 minutes one week, and 60 the next, so you can choose what suits you time and energy. Each walk is led by a trained health walks leader and an eco-therapist, with focus on nature, mindfulness and wellbeing.
– 15th June: Exploration of the Union Canal
This inaugural walk will take place along the Union Canal at Polwarth. It will be a 60-minute exploration of the canal, as we take in how it looks, feels, and sounds in early summer. The meeting point for the start of this walk will be in front of Polwarth Church at 11am.
– 29th June: Forest Bathing
The Meadows is a beautiful tree lined park, perfect for a 60-minute walk to include forest bathing (no swimming costumes will be needed). Learning about the benefits of trees to our health as we walk. The meeting point for this walk will be at the Pavilion Café at 11am.
For further information, please contact Maiken Thomsen at thomsenm@ericliddell.org
12:30 – 14:00
Wellbeing Lunches
The Wellbeing Lunch is a two course meal prepared by our fantastic community chef. This meal is open to anyone and is a great opportunity for people to come together, meet others and find out more about the different activities that happen in the building.
– Special Activity on the 29th June: Summer Celebration
This open community activity is free for anyone to join.
For further information, please contact Malin at wollbergm@ericliddell.org or call 0131 357 1277
13:30 – 15:30
Bookroom Barber
Haircuts for men on the 1st June and 6th July.
Our trained barber will give you a quick and quality haircut.
To make an appointment please call Irene at 0131 357 1278.
17:30 – 18:30
Beginners and Refreshers Pilates with Bea Alexander
For further information, please email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
18:45 – 19:45
General Pilates with Bea Alexander
For further information, please email classes@beaalexanderpilates.co.uk
Friday
10:00 – 15:00
Carers Celebration at Polwarth
On the 9th June we are celebrating Carers Week with a party at Polwarth Parish Church, all are welcome. This will be a mix of barge trips to Indian dancing, food and music. If you wish to attend, please contact Irene McCarthy at McCarthyI@ericliddell.org
10:30 – 11:30
Strong & Steady Class
Reduce injury and falls, improve balance and strength, contact Jill Eccleston on 07955342344 or jilleccleston@hotmail.co.uk
10:30 – 12:00
First Aid Training
Join this workshop by the British Red Cross on the 23rd June. This is for anyone who wants to learn the simple skills needed to help in a first aid emergency.
11:00 – 12:00
Liddell Lyrics (Music)
Each week, starting on 19th May*, at Liddell Lyrics, different themes and song writing techniques will provide the stimulus to share your stories and ideas within a dementia inclusive group. A fun way to experience music and be creative.
Please note that there won’t be a session on the 9th June.
This dementia inclusive activity aim to connect carers and people living with dementia with others in a similar situation to provide a sense of community.
For further information and to know more about the gathering dates, please contact Malin at wollbergm@ericliddell.org or call 0131 357 1277.
13:00 – 15:00
Community Livingroom
Join us for a cosy afternoon with friends, games, a cuppa and lots of cheer on the 16th an 23rd June. A no string attached get together welcoming all. This open community gathering is free for anyone to join.
For further information and to know more about the gathering dates, please contact Malin at wollbergm@ericliddell.org or call 0131 357 1277.
13:30 – 15:30
Sport & Rugby Reminiscence
Join us for an afternoon on the 2nd June and 30th June at Boroughmuir Rugby Club. This is an opportunity to come together over some tea and cakes, meet others with similar interests and share memories of your favourite sport. Transport there and back will be provided!
For further information and to know more about the gathering dates, please contact Malin at wollbergm@ericliddell.org or call 0131 357 1277.
13:00 – 14:30
Dance Exercise Class
John Robertson – 0131 664 5125
14:00 – 16:00
Mahjong
The gathering will take place on the 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th June.
Mahjong, one of the most popular games in the world! Developed in the 19th century China, it’s a fun tile-based table game. In honour of Chinese New Year, why not have a go at learning how to play from our talented instructor and join a friendly group of beginner players.
Saturday
Opening hours: 9:00 – 16:30
Café Connect open for hot/cold drinks, homemade cakes and more
14:00 – 16:00
Circle Dancing
Every two weeks starting from the 21st January
Katy Daly auntynana@googlemail.com
Sunday
11:00 – 14:00
Crossroads Church
Michael Thomas michael.thomas41279@gmail.com / 07506 276788
Room Hire
We offer a range of accommodation which can be hired for various activities, from mother and baby groups, fitness classes and yoga, functions or longer-term hire as office space. Catering can be provided by our Café Connect chef. Her finger food for in-house events is diverse and delicious.
Our service includes the hire of the room and setting up the required furniture.
Café Connect
Café Connect is our Hub’s community café ran by our qualified chef Fiona and supported by a team of dedicated volunteers providing morning snacks, home-cooked lunches and afternoon teas.
Fiona also provides catering for any event which is being held in the building. It’s worth a visit just to sample Fiona’s scones and empire biscuits!
The Café is open for drinks and snacks Monday to Saturday from 9am until closing, with hot meals available until 2pm Monday to Fridays.
‘’The food is always excellent freshly made and healthy’’ – café customer.
Café connect is a proud member of the Chatty Café Scheme
Tots Togs
& Book Room
Our Community Hub hosts two charity shops – Tots Togs is our baby clothes shop and a Book Room. These offer affordable and sustainable books and children’s clothes to our community as well as providing additional income to our hub.
Get in touch – email lyndah@ericliddell.org
Our building
Our home is a former church built in 1879. It was refurbished extensively in 1994 and again in 2000 to meet the needs of the local community.
Events
Throughout the year The Eric Liddell Community run a wide range of community and fundraising events. Visit our What’s on page to learn more about our upcoming events.
Find us
We are located at Holy Corner in the Morningside area of Edinburgh easily accessible by bus. Visit our contact page to get directions and other helpful information.
Support us
As a registered charity, The Eric Liddell Community is dependent on the generous support of funds and time donated by individuals, groups and corporates to continue to run our crucial services.
