20/08/2026
We've added a brand-new Dual Bicep / Tricep Machine to the gym floor at Newtongrange Leisure Centre today! πͺπΌ
Switch seamlessly between curls and extensions to maximise your session without needing to move between stations.
πNewtongrange Leisure Centre
π Ready to use today!
Come test it out on your next workout and let us know what you think! π
13/08/2026
π₯Ύπ Walk The Line is back!
Looking for a reason to get outdoors and enjoy the late summer? Join hundreds of walkers on Saturday 26 September for Midlothian's favourite community walk.
Choose from 3, 5 or 8 miles, enjoy stunning countryside views, a picnic lunch, and refreshments at the finish line.
πΆ Dogs welcome on leashes
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Family friendly
π· Just Β£3 per person
Sign up today and step out with friends, family and neighbours!
π§ [email protected]
π https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/walktheline
And who better to encourage you to get your boots on than Mark McCafferty, our Health Walk and Mobility Officer and Natasha McInninie, Ageing Well Co-ordinator who are pictured.
07/08/2026
Fancy a game of table tennis? Why not join our Newbattle Campus table tennis group who meet on Monday evenings 7-9pm and Fridays 4.30-6pm. It's all about fun and friendship :-)
07/08/2026
REMINDER: Active Ageing Event! π
Donβt forget to join us for our Active Ageing Event on Friday, 14th August (10amβ2pm) at Newbattle Community Learning Centre!
Designed specifically for the over 50s, this free event is a great chance to:
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Check in on your health with quick, easy fitness checks (like grip strength and flexibility).
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Chat with our Wellbeing Team about upcoming local activities.
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Enjoy a free cup of tea or coffee! β
No sportswear, no pressure, and no booking needed - just drop by and say hello! π§‘
06/08/2026
Dive into our new weekly sessions at Newbattle Community Campus! π¦
Starting 14/15 August, we have Level 1 & Level 2 Diving blocks running across Fridays and Saturdays.
π Check out the timetable below and book online using the links below -
Level 1 (Friday): https://midlothian.legendonlineservices.co.uk/enterprise/program/18666
Level 1 (Saturday, class 1): https://midlothian.legendonlineservices.co.uk/enterprise/program/18667
Level 1 (Saturday, class 2): https://midlothian.legendonlineservices.co.uk/enterprise/program/18668
Level 2 (Saturday): https://midlothian.legendonlineservices.co.uk/enterprise/program/18669
04/08/2026
We're excited to launch a brand new partnership with Active Schools Midlothian, bringing our popular Future Coaches programme to Dalkeith this month.
Over four weeks, aspiring S4βS6 coaches from across Midlothian will enjoy:
β½ Practical, games-based coaching content including resources
π Career and volunteering signposting
π An introduction to opportunities within football coaching, Scottish FA Coach Education and sport
Find out more about Future Coaches in general here
https://www.heartsfc.co.uk/pages/future-coaches
Midlothian Council
Midlothian Football
Big Hearts Community Trust
HeartofMidlothianFC
04/08/2026
FREE Multi-Sports Camp at Lasswade for P1-7! β½οΈπββοΈ
Funded by the 2026 sportscotland Summer of Sport, weβre offering a packed program of football, basketball, rounders, and more.
Dates: Monday 10th - Wednesday 12th August, 10am-12pm.
Limited spaces are available for this FREE opportunity!
π Reserve your child's space now: https://midlothian.legendonlineservices.co.uk/enterprise/program/18676
28/07/2026
The pool at The Penicuik Centre is now open.
We thank you for your patience and again apologise for any inconvenience caused.
The pool at The Penicuik Centre is currently closed due to a boiler issue.
The gym and health suite at the centre remain open. However, no shower facilities are currently available.
We will update as soon as possible on a reopening time for the pool. Thank you for your understanding and apologies for the inconvenience caused.