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Midlothian Guitar Repairs contributes to the Circular Economy

Woodburn based Midlothian Guitar Repairs specialises in the maintenance and repair of acoustic and electric guitars to help them last a lifetime and have a positive impact on the environment.

November 30, 2023

Reducing, Recycling and Repurposing with New Business, The Old Barn

The Old Barn is a fantastic new shop near Shawfair, offering upcycled, restored and recycled furniture and homeware.

November 20, 2023

BaLiSiliconeMoulds – from side hustle to thriving business!

BaLiSiliconeMoulds is an innovative new business offering high-quality silicone moulds to create unique wax melts, soaps and resins at home. Find out how owner Linzi turned her side hustle into a full time business!

October 26, 2023

Turning a passion into a business, how Sandra Vick Art followed her dream

Local Penicuik artist, Sandra Vick turned her passion into a business and has been creating artwork for nearly 25 years, focusing on the local birds and wildlife that call Midlothian’s diverse habitats home.

October 17, 2023

What’s on in Midlothian in September

From makers markets and foodie events to exploring hidden buildings and building your business, discover what’s on in Midlothian in September.

August 31, 2023

Doors open on Midlothian’s heritage on September 9

Discover buildings and spaces not normally open to the public as Midlothian once again takes part in Scotland’s annual Doors Open Days.

August 18, 2023

Midlothian Council Economic Development Service Update

We have lots going on within the Midlothian Council Economic Development service and want to keep you up to date on our initiatives, business support and exciting developments.

August 15, 2023

What’s on in Midlothian in August

Discover new hobbies, unique places and support local businesses with our round up of what’s on in Midlothian in August.

August 01, 2023

Fair Work and The Real Living Wage – what your business needs to know

With many businesses in Scotland now paying the Real Living Wage, what are the benefits to your business and employees and how do you make the change?

July 31, 2023

New Visit Midlothian Website Launched

To coincide with summer, a new website has been launched to raise Midlothian’s profile and attract more visitors to the area.

July 12, 2023

What’s on in Midlothian in July

School’s out so it’s time to find some fun-filled, family days out in Midlothian. Here’s our round up of what’s on in Midlothian in July.

June 30, 2023

First low-carbon heating pipes laid at Shawfair Town

Joint Venture Midlothian Energy Limited have laid the first pipes to supply the brand new Shawfair Town in Midlothian with low-carbon heating

June 21, 2023

Skyrora 3D prints and tests new model of orbital engine to prepare for commercial launch

Midlothian rocket firm, Skyrora, tests new model of 3D printed engines in space-like conditions in preparation
for orbital launch

June 19, 2023

Midlothian’s Soup2Go Initiative Scoops Award and Well Deserved Recognition at Midlothian Volunteer Awards 2023

Local employability initiative, Soup2Go, has been crowned winner of the Health and Wellbeing Award at the Midlothian Volunteer Awards

June 14, 2023

New funding opportunity for East Lothian & Midlothian groups & businesses

Tyne & Esk Rural Communities Development Fund has announced free access to funding information for local charities, voluntary sector organisations and businesses in rural East Lothian and Midlothian

June 05, 2023

What’s on in Midlothian in June

With the sunshine set to stay during June, now is a great time to get out and about and discover what’s on in Midlothian this month

May 31, 2023

Seat Spot are creating welcoming high streets for everyone

Local charity Seat Spot are calling on businesses to help them create accessible, welcoming high streets for all visitors by providing a ‘Seat Spot’ for those who need it.

May 16, 2023

What’s on in Midlothian this May

As the weather turns warmer (fingers crossed!) and we have more sunshine (more fingers crossed!), May is a great time to get out and about in Midlothian to discover the range of events and activities on offer in our beautiful county.

April 27, 2023

Business Connections and Networking at the First in person Business Gateway Midlothian & East Lothian Coffee Morning

Businesses from across Midlothian and East Lothian came together at a recent joint coffee morning hosted by Business Gateway Midlothian and Business Gateway East Lothian at The National Mining Museum in Newtongrange.