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Bird Id Walk: Autumn Wader Identification, Kinneil Lagoons

By late July many waders are on the move passing through Scotland or arriving for the coming winter, often in a sometimes confusing range of plumages. The lagoons at Kinneil provides an excellent opportunity to see a good variety of waders and get to grips with godwits and other species present on the estuary. This walk, aimed at beginners or improvers, will be a great chance to learn or improve their identification skills in the field with lots of hints and tips provided along the way.

Sun 26 Jul10:00George Waterston Library

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Bird Id Walk: Coastal Birds And Autumn Wader Identification, Musselburgh

Late July will see many species already on the move, passing through or arriving to...

Mon 27 JulGeorge Waterston Library

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Cadet Learn to Sail RYA Stage 1&2

Cadet Learn to Sail Week: RYA Stage 1&2 27-31 July 2026 (09:30-1600) RYA Stage 1 & 2 Cadet Learn to Sail courses are aimed at complete beginners aged 10-16. Following the RYA syllabus for Stage 1 & 2 Dinghy sailing, ELYC training programs are run by a professional team, supported by volunteers. This course aims to provide a basic understanding of sailing, and award an RYA dinghy sailing certificate. Weather permitting, it is hoped that attendees will achieve a Stage 2 certificate, which will allow participation in further club activities. For more information on club activities click here. This course is open to club members only. We welcome all new members. Participants must take out an Annual Membership of East Lothian Yacht Club before or when applying for a course. If you are not already a member you can join here. Please note that an Annual Membership is required to book this course. (Although there is an option to pay your membership monthly, please understand that you are committing to an annual membership). Participants should be: between 10-16yrs, confident in the water and able to swim 50m in light clothing. Participants are supplied with Buoyancy Aids and Safety Helmets but are required to provide their own wetsuits, boots, etc. The Course FAQs can also provide you with additional information. Certificates are awarded through the RYA scheme, and only awarded when skills can be shown at the correct level.

Mon 27 JulEast Lothian Yacht Club

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Bird Id Walk: Coastal Birds And Autumn Wader Identification, Musselburgh

Late July will see many species already on the move, passing through or arriving to spend the winter. This walk, aimed at beginners or improvers, will focus on the identification of wading birds on the lagoons at Levenhall Links and the mouth of the River Esk at Musselburgh. Waders can be tricky to identify, particularly in the autumn, but you will receive lots of useful hints and tips throughout this informal walk to help you identify the species present. We will also be looking out for other coastal species present out on the Forth.

Mon 27 Jul11:00George Waterston Library

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Gullane Games Night

Gullane Games Night is happening at Gullane Bowling Club. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Mon 27 Jul19:30Gullane Bowling Club

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Bird Id Walk: Coastal Birds And Autumn Wader Identification, Aberlady Bay

Late July will see many species already on the move, passing through or arriving to...

Tue 28 JulGeorge Waterston Library

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DTAS: Facilities Management. Operational Budgets

You will learn how to effectively set and manage an operational budget for your building and you will be provided with advice and support to help answer any questions you have about managing your budget.

Tue 28 Jul10:00Volunteer Centre East Lothian

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Bird Id Walk: Coastal Birds And Autumn Wader Identification, Aberlady Bay

Late July will see many species already on the move, passing through or arriving to spend the winter and this walk, aimed at beginners or improvers, will focus on the identification of coastal species, in particular waders, present in Aberlady Bay. Throughout this informal walk, you will receive lots of useful hints and tips and is an ideal opportunity to learn the basics of bird identification.

Tue 28 Jul11:30George Waterston Library

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Hat night

Gullane Bowling Club is hosting and we're spreading the word. Hat night — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Tue 28 Jul18:00Gullane Bowling Club

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Mental Health Carer Support Group

This support group is open to all unpaid carers who are supporting someone with mental health issues and is held at Port Seton Community Centre. The group is open to new members. The group offers the opportunity for carers to connect with other carers of people with mental health issues as well as accessing psycho educational sessions. If you would like to join this group, please contact Claire Thomas, CoEL’s Mental Health Carer Support Worker on

Tue 28 Jul18:20Carers Of East Lothian

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Keelboats - White Sail Series (13:00)

Keelboat Racing

Wed 29 Jul14:00East Lothian Yacht Club

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Keelboats - White Sail Summer 5 (13:00)

Keelboat Racing

Wed 29 Jul14:00East Lothian Yacht Club

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Care To Sing - Singing Group for Carers

Our weekly Carers Singing Group is held at East Lothian Community Hospital in the Community Hall. Please contact our Volunteer Jenny on if you are interested in participating.

Wed 29 Jul14:30Carers Of East Lothian

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Div 3 : Gullane v Pathead

Gullane Bowling Club is being delightfully mysterious about Div 3 : Gullane v Pathead. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Wed 29 Jul18:45Gullane Bowling Club

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Div 4 : West Barns B v Gullane A

Gullane Bowling Club is putting on Div 4 : West Barns B v Gullane A and we're making sure you know about it. Job done. Details on their site.

Wed 29 Jul18:45Gullane Bowling Club

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Mid Week Summer 7 (19:30)

Mid Week Summer 7 - 19:30 If you wish to book a club boat, you should do so online using the registration button on the event itself. Please note that registration is only required if you are hiring a club boat. If you are using your own boat, you do NOT have to register. Important information for registrants 1) Please only register if you have a minimum of RYA Level 2 or equivalent. 2) All members should ensure they have appropriate equipment for the weather and conditions, to include personal buoyancy. Please also remember that it can get cold on the water, at any time of year. 3) If you are under 18 years old, please ensure you have completed an U18 Parental Consent Form (2022/2023 Season) form. 4) Please make sure you return boats to their correct storage locations and are in a state that you would expect to find them. 5) Mast head floats must be used when taking a 2000 out. 6) The jib must always be put away after sailing a 2000 and the forestay reattached. 7) Club boats must be hosed down after they have been used.

Wed 29 Jul20:30East Lothian Yacht Club

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Musselburgh Carer Support Group

Our Musselburgh Support Group runs on the last Thursday of every month at Musselburgh East Community Learning Centre from 10:00am – 11:30am. If you are interested in attending this group

Thu 30 Jul11:00HUSTLE UP FITNESS & BOOTCAMP - Ian Rankin

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