What's on in Pilrig

City of Edinburgh, Scotland

Pilrig sits right on the edge of Leith, a spot where history and the sea keep things interesting without needing to travel far. The Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage has been telling tales of old engines for years, while Robbie's usually has a pint or two waiting for you by the door. Not bad for a Tuesday evening near the harbour. Local craft stalls pop up through the week and the odd community event keeps neighbours talking about their latest plans. Near Here pulls it all into one place so you're not stuck scrolling on a Sunday morning looking for something to do. It's a friendly sort of town where everyone knows what's on without needing to ask.

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Sunday Bjhajans (2026-04-12)

Sunday Bhajan Service – you are welcome to sing along with friends and family..followed by Aarti at 1:45pmPreeti Bhoj – 2:00pm – down stairs community hall

Sun 12 Apr12:00Edinburgh Sai Baba Temple(1.3mi)

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Vecernia Invierii — Edinburgh

Vecernia Invierii — Edinburgh? At Romanian Orthodox Church? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Sun 12 Apr14:00Romanian Orthodox Church(2.5mi)

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Soul Food

Helping make people feel welcome and at home, Soul Food @ Life Church provides free meals to those that need it with hospitality at the centre. Soul Food believes in providing 'more than a meal'. Soul Food values generous meals of high-quality food, a safe space, a place where everyone is treated as equals and commits to walk alongside anyone in need of support.

Sun 12 Apr16:30Life Church(1.4mi)

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6pm: Evensong, Low Sunday

St Vincent's Chapel has got 6pm: Evensong, Low Sunday pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Sun 12 Apr17:30St Vincent's Chapel(1mi)

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Online Prayer

Each Sunday Night, we will join together for an hour of prayer together. We prayer for a range of national, international issues, along with prayer for our church and each other, depending on the focus of the evening. You would be very welcome to join us. For more information, please

Sun 12 Apr18:00The King's Hall(1.8mi)

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Wellness & WellbeingReligion & Spirituality

Tergar Edinburgh Monthly Meditation Group

When Second Sunday of the month, 18:00 – 19:30 About the event A welcoming atmosphere to experience and explore meditation, based loosely on Tibetan Buddhist monk Mingyur Rinpoche’s Joy of Living book and teachings. Although the practices are grounded in Tibetan Buddhism, these are secular practices, so you can be from any faith or none, and you may have lots of experience or welcome. About the organiser For more information, contact Tergar Edinburgh on or just turn up on the 2nd Sunday. Accessibility The Studio is not wheelchair accessible. The Salisbury Centre’s kitchen door and toilet are now wheelchair accessible. The Garden can also be accessed by wheelchairs via a movable ramp via the Art Room Annex. Please let the organisers know in advance of any access requirements. Additionally, if relevant, please fill in this PEEP template and share it with the organisers. Cost & booking info Recommended donation £5 per session

Sun 12 Apr18:00Salisbury Centre(2mi)

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Typewronger’s No Homework Book Club

Typewronger’s No Homework Book Club. Typewronger Books. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Sun 12 Apr19:00Typewronger Books(0.5mi)

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2026-04-12 19:00 - Prayer @ 7 - online

Time: Sunday, 12 April 2026 at 19:00Details: Please contact the office for Zoom details.

Sun 12 Apr19:00St Thomas' Church(5mi)

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You're Dead to Me - Live Tour

Something's afoot at The Queen's Hall and it goes by the name of You're Dead to Me - Live Tour. Their site has the particulars.

Sun 12 Apr19:30The Queen's Hall(1.7mi)

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Basic Sewing - A Lifetime Skill

We keep tabs on The Out of the Blue Drill Hall so you don't have to. Basic Sewing - A Lifetime Skill caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Mon 13 AprThe Out of the Blue Drill Hall(0.3mi)

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Children & FamilyTheatreArts & Culture

Strange Town Easter Holiday Projects

Out of the Blue Abbeymount Studios is hosting and we're advertising. Strange Town Easter Holiday Projects — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Mon 13 AprOut of the Blue Abbeymount Studios(0.7mi)

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Workshops & Classes

Basic Sewing - A Lifetime Skill

Basic Sewing - A Lifetime Skill at Out of the Blue Abbeymount Studios. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Mon 13 AprOut of the Blue Abbeymount Studios(0.7mi)

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The Horsenecks

The Horsenecks is happening at Traverse Theatre. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Mon 13 AprTraverse Theatre(1.6mi)

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Get Organised - Toccatas

Filed under: Get Organised - Toccatas at Usher Hall looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Mon 13 AprUsher Hall(1.6mi)

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Community

Grove 92

Grove 92 is happening at Bruntsfield Evangelical Church. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Mon 13 AprBruntsfield Evangelical Church(2.2mi)

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Liturghie — Edinburgh

We keep tabs on Romanian Orthodox Church so you don't have to. Liturghie — Edinburgh caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Mon 13 Apr07:00Romanian Orthodox Church(2.5mi)

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CommunityWellness & Wellbeing

Open Silent Meditation

The Salisbury Centre is offering a welcoming space for silent community meditation every weekday In the morning at 8:00 – 8:30 am, and In the afternoon at 5:30 – 6:00 pm. Additionally, there is a meditation every Friday 12:00-12:45 pm. These meditations are non-denominational and accessible to all; no experience is needed. The form is 30 minutes of silence, sometimes started with a dedication or invocation. You may sit in any way you find comfortable. A selection of chairs, cushions, stools and even blankets are provided. Practicalities These are 30-minute sessions of silent contemplation (except for Friday 12pm one, which is 45 mins), run by volunteers. Whilst these meditations are not guided as such, feel free to ask if you have any questions or concerns before or after the meditation. Everybody is welcome to just drop in, no need to book ahead. To read more about the importance of meditation at The Salisbury Centre, go here. Please arrive 5 minutes before the start. Cushions and blankets provided. Donations toward the upkeep of the Centre are very welcome but not necessary. If you’d like to help with hosting, please email Important note about cancellations We try our best to not cancel these sessions but occasionally, it happens last minute. To make sure a slot you’re planning to attend isn’t cancelled, please check the Events section of the website.

Mon 13 Apr08:00Salisbury Centre(2mi)

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Food & DrinkCommunity

Monday Breakfast Cafe

Come along for a relaxed Monday morning session featuring delicious food, where banana pancakes were a previous hit.

Mon 13 Apr09:00Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre(2.5mi)

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