Hay Avenue Community Hub (Portobello/Craigmillar)
City of Edinburgh
Hays Community Hub is an accessible community hub hosting a variety of services.
Location: 4 Hay Avenue, Craigmillar, EDINBURGH, EH16 4AQ
The Hub has a range of events:
Monday
ESOL Initial Assessments 9.30am-10.30am
Want to learn English but don’t know where to start? Book an appointment with an ESOL tutor to assess your reading, writing, and speaking skills, ask questions, and register for the right class.
Community Walk 10am-11.30am
Join our Community Walking Group from Hays Community Hub. Open to all ages and fitness levels, this community-led group is a great way to enjoy gentle exercise, fresh air, and meet new people. No booking needed — just come along!
Everyday English
Elementary (A1) 11am-12pm, Pre-intermediate (A2) 12.30pm-1.30pm
- A1: Beginner – simple conversations and basic grammar
- A2: Elementary – build confidence for daily life and work
Register: connectingcraigmiller@gmail.com or 07909 257415 / 07909 257414.
ESOL Classes 10am-2.30pm
These ESOL classes, run by Edinburgh Council CLD tutors, offer a supportive environment to improve reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Closed groups provide focused, tailored learning. To register: ESOL@ea.edin.sch.uk
Decider Skills 2pm-4.30pm
Closed group- Develop decision-making and problem-solving skills with iThrive. Learn practical strategies to manage challenges, build confidence, and make positive choices in daily life.
Sudanese Choir 5pm-8pm
A welcoming space to sing traditional and contemporary Sudanese songs, connect with the community, and share cultural heritage. No experience needed — just a love of music
Parkinsons Social Café 2pm-4pm (monthly)
A welcoming space for people with Parkinsons, their families, and carers to meet, share experiences, and enjoy friendly conversation over tea or coffee.
Tuesday
Stitch In Time 10.30am-4pm
Stitch in Time is a friendly, community-led tapestry and needlework group for all levels. Share skills and ideas in sewing, dressmaking, knitting, or tapestry — no tutors, just peer support and encouragement.
The Welcoming Bridges to Success – 10.30am-12.30pm
Employability course building soft skills and connection. A free course for new Scots and parents in Edinburgh.
Sewing Sessions 1pm-3pm
A friendly, supportive space to learn and practice sewing skills, share ideas, and work on personal projects in a community-led environment
Wednesday
Wee Blether 10am-12pm
Find out what is happening in the area.
Hays Community Pantry 11am-2pm
Food at affordable prices, customers can get around £20 worth of food for £5,
Mindful Mothers 12pm-2pm
Mindful Mothers is a peer support group offering a safe and welcoming space for mothers to connect. Enjoy a cuppa, have a chat, and meet other local mums.
Email: connectingcraigmiller@gmail.com
Tel: 07909 257415
Syrian Men’s Group 2.15pm-4pm
Syrian Men’s Group – a peer support group providing a safe and welcoming space. Pop along and connect with others.
Thursday
Pet Foodbank 10am-12pm
Free pet food - Pop along for free cat and dog food
Keep Punching 10am-11.15am
Community Boxing Group – a free, welcoming space for all ages and abilities. Improve fitness, learn boxing skills, and have fun in a friendly environment. Pop along and give it a try!
Cooking class 12pm-2pm
Free cooking classes open to community members.
Friday
Grassroots Clothing 10am-3pm
Men's interview clothing charity providing suits to men seeking employment
Capability Scotland 9am-3pm
Wellbeing Sessions
Saturday
Multicultural Youth Group 12pm-2pm
Multi-Cultural Youth Club – engaging activities for young people to learn, connect, and have fun. For more information, contact Jill: 07934 327084 or email: stteresayouth@gmail.com
Alfonj Scouts 4-7pm
Alfonj Scouts is a unit of Scouting Scotland, offering weekly activities to 10-14 year olds, learning life skills and developing independence.
Sunday
Sudanese Community Edinburgh 10am-8pm
Full day of activities including, parent and toddlers, choir, woman's group and tutoring.
If you would like any further information please contact Suzanne Douglas, Social Impact Officer, Suzanne.Douglas@placesforpeople.co.uk or Katie Brash, Community Engagement Worker, katie.brash@placesforpeople.co.uk