Gorgie City Farm’s new future - Angus Robertson

A lamb born at Gorgie City Farm in January 2012

The much-loved space, which closed during the Covid-19 pandemic, will reopen as a revitalised community hub, promising workshops, events and family-friendly facilities for everyone to enjoy.

Starting in February, the charity will launch a series of community workshops and events, with plans to open a coffee kiosk and children’s play area by May. The farm will also collaborate with Edinburgh Forge, a Community Interest Company offering woodwork and metalwork facilities, training and tools. Together, they aim to transform the farm into a vibrant and inclusive space for creativity, learning and connection.

The charity’s ambitious plans, supported by grant funding and community partnerships, show a real commitment to keeping this much-loved attraction at the heart of Gorgie. It’s heartening to see a local group take the lead in ensuring the farm’s long-term future, promising to preserve it as a valuable resource for generations to come.

As someone who has fond memories of visiting Gorgie City Farm with family, I’m delighted to see this treasured space getting a new lease of life. The farm has always been a place that brings people together, and its return is a beacon of hope for the community.

I know how important Gorgie Farm has been to the local community and to the city more widely and I wish well all of those who are working to make this project the success we know it will be.