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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Edinburgh leisure - The Untold Story

Edinburgh Council venues could open toilets to public amid lack of facilities

Toilets at Edinburgh Leisure and council-owned venues including the Edinburgh International Conference Centre could be opened to the public ...

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Edinburgh Leisure scavenger hunt competition with 'year's free membership' prize

Edinburgh Leisure are set to launch a competition that will see residents hunt for branded boxes across several locations throughout the city. The competition will run from July 17-28.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh leisure centre pool to close over summer holidays for urgent repairs

Edinburgh Leisure have said that they looked at their own figures regarding historic usage to find a time that would least impact their users as maintenance work was carried out.

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First look inside Edinburgh Warrender Swim Centre as historic pool set to reopen

The iconic Victorian Baths building has been given a huge refurbishment following its closure at the end of 2020, with Edinburgh Leisure sharing a sneak peek inside the upgraded facility.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Warrender Swim Centre sets reopening date after months of uncertainty

The Warrender Swim Centre is set to reopen after closing in December 2020 for 'essential maintenance' including renovation of the sauna and changing rooms - though several delays saw locals wondering when reopening would come.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Leisure members warned as 'no-show' and late cancellation fees introduced

Edinburgh Leisure have announced that they will introduce no show or late cancellation fees from today. They hope that this will encourage members to think ahead if they know they will be unable to make an activity.

Edinburgh Live

Meet the Edinburgh baseball club aiming to help local kids stay out of trouble

An Edinburgh community baseball club that looks to bring people from multiple cultures and backgrounds is looking to raise £950 to secure the lease for an Edinburgh Leisure field.

Edinburgh Live

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Edinburgh Leisure call in pest control after mice spotted in sports centre cafe

The arms-length council department has apologised for the incident, and confirmed they have taken measures to rid the building of mice.

Edinburgh Live

Busy Edinburgh Leisure swimming pool confirms sudden closure

Edinburgh Leisure announced that the swimming pool, sauna and steam room were vandalised meaning that they will have to close the areas for around two weeks until the beginning of March.

Edinburgh Live

Two Edinburgh Leisure centres cancel swimming lessons due to instructor shortage

Two of the capital's council-run swimming pools have been hit by staff shortages.

Edinburgh Live

Ukrainian teenage refugee taken in by Edinburgh couple stars in tennis competitions

Edinburgh Leisure have shared the inspiring story of a teenage tennis star overcoming obstacles to shine in tennis competitions across Scotland after being taken in by a caring capital couple.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh leisure centre evacuated after lit firework thrown into lobby

Staff at a leisure centre in the north west of the capital were forced to evacuate the premises after someone threw a lit firework into the building on Halloween.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh leisure centre getting huge new water assault course next month

Running across the swimming pool, the course will involve a series of inflatable obstacles, with ticket holders invited to take part in a race against their friends and family.

Edinburgh Live

All the Edinburgh shops, entertainment venues and services shut for Queen's funeral

Here is a list of most of the services and businesses that will be closing their doors entirely or running a reduced service for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral.

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All the Edinburgh shops, businesses and services closed on Monday for Queen's funeral

Edinburgh Live has compiled a list of some of the services and businesses that will be closing their doors entirely or running a reduced service for Queen Elizabeth II's funeral.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Leisure to close all facilities on Monday for state funeral of the Queen

Edinburgh Leisure have confirmed that they will close all of their facilities on the day of the state funeral in order to pay respect to the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh swimming pool and sauna to reopen soon following huge refurbishment

Edinburgh Leisure have announced that the huge pool in Gracemount has had a complete makeover and will reopen on Monday, September 12, after being closed for several weeks

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Commonwealth Pool unveil plush new gym after massive makeover

The site on Dalkeith Road had been closed to the public for a couple of weeks to allow works to be carried out, with the new state-of-the-art equipment ready to go.

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Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh locals bewildered after important feature 'disappears' from park

A confused local was left wondering why the crossbar on the ruby posts at Sighthill Park were mysteriously missing, despite the rest of the pitch being so recently renovated.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh mum hits out at 'unfair' new rule for teens at Edinburgh Leisure gyms

Edinburgh Leisure members were informed last week that a new cap and booking system was being introduced for junior members, with only a certain number allowed in the venue at any one time.

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Commonwealth medallist Jamieson hails National Lottery funding

Double Commonwealth silver medallist Michael Jamieson hailed the impact of National Lottery funding on Scotland Swimming as he headed to Edinburgh to celebrate the start of the Birmingham Games.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Meadowbank snagging issues included urine stains and mouldy wall

Construction of the new and improved £49m sports complex was completed earlier this year - but the council discovered over 600 defects left by contractors.

Edinburgh Live

Opening date for Edinburgh Meadowbank Sports Centre finally confirmed

Edinburgh Leisure has finally announced the opening date for their long awaited Meadowbank Sports Centre after it closed nearly five years ago for a multi-million pound redevelopment.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Meadowbank opening date still to be confirmed amid 'snagging' issues

The council insisted there are no further delays to the opening of the state-of-the-art sports complex as sports clubs said they were frustrated by the wait.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Meadowbank stadium nears completion as images give first glimpse inside

Edinburgh Leisure confirmed earlier this month that Meadowbank stadium is on track to open at the beginning of the school holidays, 2022, with construction work nearing completion.

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