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Virgin Bet Easter Saturday is curtain raiser for Musselburgh’s Flat season

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Musselburgh Racecourse’s 16-fixture Flat season gets under starter’s orders this weekend with the Virgin Bet Easter Saturday Raceday.With increased prize money of £295,000 - up £65,000 on the 2023 race day - the feature...

Scottish Greens councillor bids for Westminster

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East Lothian’s first Scottish Greens councillor is set to fight for a seat at Westminster in the upcoming general election.Shona McIntosh has been named as the Scottish Greens candidate tor the Lothian East seat.Shona,...

Di Rollo of Musselburgh announces n-ice deal

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Di Rollo of Musselburgh Announces Acquisition by Syn3rgy CapitalThe 125-year-old ice cream maker has announced that it has been acquired by Syn3rgy Capital, marking a new chapter in its history.Established in 1899 by Domenico...

Chamber chief Barbour hails ‘resilience’ of local businesses

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The finalists in the Midlothian and East Lothian Business Awards have been revealed by the organisers with over 30 businesses making it to the final with the awards dinner schedule for Thursday, March 7...

Musselburgh makes hay on Sunday with Farmers Raceday

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Musselburgh Racecourse’s next raceday will raise funds for a charity set up in memory of young farmer George Crawford.The Farmers Raceday on Sunday (18 Feb) is run in partnership with The George Crawford Trust...

Summer of disruption at busy Wallyford roundabout

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Drivers and bus passengers face a summer of disruption as East Lothian Council begins work creating new cycle paths at Wallyford Toll.The introduction of the new walkways and cycle paths at the roundabout which...

Community to the fore at Musselburgh Racecourse

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As East Lothian’s largest sporting and hospitality venue, Musselburgh Racecourse takes seriously its commitment to working with local communities.In the last year, the racecourse and its staff have been engaged in a wide range...

National Hunt prize money jumps to £1 million at Musselburgh Racecourse

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Musselburgh Racecourse raised the curtain today on a £1 million National Hunt season which also features the first £100,000 jumps race at the East Lothian track.The 10-fixture season boasts record prize money of £1...

High five for Musselburgh Racecourse shortlisted in major industry awards

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Musselburgh Racecourse leads the field with five nominations in the racing industry’s RCA Showcase Awards.The East Lothian track has been shortlisted in the marketing, food & beverage, raceday, Racing Post Readers’ Award and the...

Eskmills: ‘we are looking for new and exciting talent’

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Eskmills' promotional material says the space at Musselburgh provides businesses with a space to grow.Nicole Pyper, head of development at Eskmills, told attendees at the Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber Expo in the centre...

First buyers move in to new homes in Musselburgh

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A new development located in the heart of Musselburgh has welcomed its first homeowners this week as they moved in.There has been growing demand for property on the Wireworks site, set on the banks...

Free event which could boost your business

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Free interactive workshops are a feature of the Midlothian & East Lothian Business Expo on Thursday, September 28 at the Eskmills Venue in Musselburgh.Speed networking is from 10.15am to 11am followed by a workshop which...

Loretto link with Hibs in ‘exciting’ project

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  Hibernian Community Foundation (HCF) have kick-started a three-year partnership with Musselburgh-based Loretto School and the initiative aims to strengthen the club's relationship with the school and also provide exciting opportunities.  Loretto will be a...

Summer highlights to the four at Musselburgh Racecourse in August

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Musselburgh Racecourse is under starter’s orders for one of its busiest months of the year with the first of four August meetings - tomorrow’s Thistle Timber Friday Night at the Races (4 August).The feature...

Invitation to business Expo in September

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Businesses in the Lothians and beyond are invited to attend the Midlothian & East Lothian Business Expo on September 28 (10am - 4pm) at Eskmills Venue in Musselburgh.Entry is free and the event provides...

Tennis tour de force in Musselburgh

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It’s an ill-wind that blows nobody any good and one-time anti-social behaviour centred around the Musselburgh tennis courts in Lewisvale Park is proof positive.As community police officer for the area Robbie Stewart was called...

Bookings open for Business Expo

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You can now book your stand at the Midlothian and East Lothian Business Expo 2023 which is scheduled for Thursday, September 28 (9.00 to 17.00).Around 200 attendees are expected from across the region with...

Brunton events in June

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While the Brunton remains closed for repair, some of their events will be staged elsewhere in Musselburgh.EVENTS AT LORETTO SCHOOL THEATRE, MILLHILLJim Broadbent and Penelope Wilton star in The Brunton's screening of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of...

Edinburgh Cup gets in trim to boost quality fields at Musselburgh’s Derby Day meeting

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A drop in distance by just three furlongs could make a huge difference to the prestigious £40,000 Edinburgh Cup at Musselburgh Racecourse on 3 June, believes track boss Bill Farnsworth.The feature race on a...

Second Teens+ centre set to open in Musselburgh

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18 new jobs will be created by the additional transitional education centre, which provides tailored support for young adults with complex needs.The non-profit Teens+ is set to open a second centre in East Lothian...

Musselburgh Dental Crisis Calls for Urgent Action 

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This article is written by Sarah Boyack Labour MSP for Lothian. She writes:"I have been deeply concerned to hear from constituents about the dire state of dental services in Musselburgh, where more than...

Council delays decision over suspending community grants to help cover Brunton Hall repairs

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Councillors in East Lothian have delayed a decision on suspending grants from a £7 million community fund amid concern over the impact on local groups.East Lothian finance officers had proposed putting a hold on...

£8.5million Musselburgh care home warned to improve services or face being struck off

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A nursing home which faced being cancelled from the care register after complaints about staffing levels and a lack of healthcare were upheld has been given more time to improve – despite only meeting...

Business awards switched to Eskmills

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The Midlothian and East Lothian business awards have been switched to another venue as The Brunton is closed to public access due to a structural issue with the roof.The awards will now be in...

Brunton Theatre closed as ‘crumbling concrete’ found in roof

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East Lothian’s main theatre venue remains closed after safety concerns were raised over its roof.The Brunton Theatre, in Musselburgh, shut down all its performance areas while surveys are carried out to assess the building.East...

Parking fines increase in East Lothian as restrictions extended

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Council ready to increase parking fines to £100.Parking fines are set to go up to £100 in East Lothian as more waiting restrictions are introduced on streets.Plans to introduce the new higher penalty for...

Craigmillar’s Community Artwork on Show at University 

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Queen Margaret University (QMU) is set to open its doors to the public to enjoy an eclectic exhibtion of artwork created by Craigmillar community groups. The exhibition, taking place this Thursday 16 March from 5-7pm, is part...

Race day will raise funds for charity in memory of popular young farmer

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A charity set up in memory of an agricultural student who died tragically young will benefit from Musselburgh Racecourse’s next race day on Sunday (19 February).Funds will be raised at The Thomas Sherriff Young...

Musselburgh Racecourse gallops ahead with three industry awards

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Musselburgh Racecourse has strengthened its position as Scotland’s leading horse racing venue with three accolades from leading industry and visitor attraction organisations.The East Lothian course was awarded Gold Standard status by the Racehorse Owners’...

Popular Steamie sells out at The Brunton

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The Brunton inform us that tickets for The Steamie, which runs from Wednesday 25 to Saturday 28 January, are sold out.Also scheduled is the Golden Globe winning movie The Banshees of Inisherin (15) on Wednesday 25 January. starring Colin Farrell and Brendan...