Midlothian Council

🎶 The Huenshoven choir from our twin district in Heinsberg, Germany, made their first stop the #AlpineCoaster – and loved it! 🎢 Hopefully not too much screaming before their performance! 🎼 Sat, 6pm, Crichton Church | £10 donation 👉 midlothian.gov.uk/coaster #Twinning

Still time to have your say on proposed taxi fare changes, which could start in Oct 2025. Increases include Tariff 1 start +50p (£3.50), Tariff 2 +70p (£4.50), Tariff 3 +50p (£5). Distance/waiting +5p (T1 & T2). Share your views: ow.ly/oT7r50WqzFU 🚖

Have your say on community justice in Midlothian – add your voice now! If you live, work or study in Midlothian and are aged 12+, take part in our short Community Justice consultation today: ow.ly/s7RX50Wnx1W

AU REVOIR & CONGRATULATIONS to Vivian Wallace! 🌟 Ageing Well Coordinator Vivian received her MBE at the Royal Garden Party on 1 July, Ageing Well turns 25, & Vivian retires on 1 Sept after decades of service. Thank you, Vivian! 🎉 ow.ly/rVxV50WuKw5 #MidlothianAgeingWell

Thanks to all who’ve completed our transport survey! 🚲🚗🚶 We still want your views on travel in Midlothian—walking, cycling, driving, public transport & more. Help shape the final plan. 🗣️ Have your say: midlothian.gov.uk/transportsurvey

Our gas works car park on Lothian Road in Dalkeith will be closed for essential maintenance from 7pm on Monday 28 July, reopening at 7am on Monday 4 August. For more help on where to park in Dalkeith: ow.ly/wOuP50WtMv1 #parking #carpark #closed #Dalkeith

Provost Debbi McCall & Deputy Lord Lieutenant Harriet Dalrymple brought gifts & congratulations from His Majesty The King to Dr Alan & Jan Naylor as they celebrate their Diamond Wedding. 🎉💐 More on their story: ow.ly/xasC50WuAkz

Are you a Midlothian Parent whose mental health is holding you back? Being outdoors could help. Sign up for our ‘Wellbeing with Horses’ course starting September. Gain qualifications, confidence and skills for work, training or education. More info: sharon.armstrong.midlothian.gov.uk.

Final reminder! 🎶 Don’t miss the Jünger Chor Hünshoven Choir in concert with Crichton Collegiate Church & Midlothian Twinning Association. Sat 26 Jul, Pathhead (EH37 5XA). Reception 5pm, concert 6–7:30pm. Entry by donation (£10). Enchanting harmonies await!

We’re listening – tell us what matters! If you live, work or study in Midlothian and are aged 12+, take part in our short Community Justice consultation today: ow.ly/s7RX50Wnx1W

🗓️ 2 FREE archaeology events in Dalkeith this Aug! 🔍 Intro to Archaeology: 2 Aug, 1:30–3:30pm @ One Dalkeith 🪨 Big Dig Dalkeith: 5–12 Aug, 10am–4pm @ Newbattle Abbey Fun for all ages—no experience needed! Just turn up. [email protected] #FreeEvent #Dalkeith

✨ SOLD OUT! ⚽ Thank you to everyone who booked a place at our football camp with Glasgow Rangers coaches – both sessions are now fully booked! 🎉We can’t wait to welcome all the young players to Newbattle Campus on 11 August for a day of fun, skills and teamwork.

🔥 Tickets for the 9-15 years session sold out in less than 3 hours last night. A small number of tickets still remain for the 4-8 years session. Book now to avoid missing out: midlothian.legendonlineservices.co.uk/enterprise/pro…

⚽ One day. Big memories. Join Glasgow Rangers coaches at Newbattle Campus for a fun-filled football camp on Monday 11 August. 👧 Ages 4–8: 9am–12pm: ow.ly/emT950WtpjZ 🧒 Ages 9–15: 1pm–4pm: ow.ly/nLll50WtpjY 🎟️ £20 per child – includes a certificate!

Reminder: Bonnyrigg Rose are playing home games at Ferguson Park, Rosewell, while New Dundas Park is upgraded. Tonight they face Dundee FC—parking is limited, so check travel info here: ow.ly/8u1c50WnvoN Good luck to the club! ⚽️ #BonnyriggRose

What would make your area safer – tell us what you think? If you live, work or study in Midlothian and are aged 12+, take part in our short Community Justice consultation today: ow.ly/s7RX50Wnx1W

Website update - planned maintenance on Tuesday 22 July: Sorry, our website may be unavailable for a short time between 8 and 9am on Tuesday morning. Many thanks for your patience. Find it at midlothian.gov.uk

Are you a Midlothian Parent? Want to support your wellbeing? Are you also a keen baker or want to try something new? Sign up for our 'Creative Wellness - through Cake Decorating' course. 19 August for 10 weeks, 10.00am - 12.30pm. Info: [email protected] / 0131 270 8900

Get Fit in 8 this summer! 🌞 8 weeks of Platinum membership for price of 4 (£51). Gym, swimming, fitness classes & health suite at all our leisure centres. Valid for 8 wks from sign up. Sign up an any centre. 👉 ow.ly/oT7r50WqzFU #fitin8 #Midlothian #gymoffer #getfit

Have your say on Midlothian taxi fares 🚖 Proposed Oct 2025 changes: starting charges (+£0.50–£0.70), 20% rise in distance/waiting charges, Xmas/New Year rates & updated fees (e.g. cleaning). Share your views: ow.ly/oT7r50WqzFU #Midlothian #taxifares #survey