Locate in Midlothian

21/10/2026

The Vogrie Pumpkin Forest is lighting up Vogrie Country Park in Gorebridge this October! 🎃🧙

This brilliant family-friendly evening walk transforms our historic estate into a glowing woodland wonderland! Explore 1,000+ glowing pumpkins, gentle family-friendly trails, and tasty local treats.

Support local events and experience a proper Scottish autumn evening. Find dates, times, and secure your tickets here:

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/vorgriepumpkinforest/2363163

21/10/2026

Join us at Speed Networking on Thursday 29 October (14:00 - 15:00) - at Business Connect & Showcase event. The Venue, Eskmills.

You'll have the opportunity to introduce yourself, share what you do and discover what others have to offer — with a series of short, focused conversations designed to help you make meaningful connections in a short space of time.

Register Here https://melcc.glueup.com/event/speed-networking-session-at-business-connect-showcase-event-193727/?pk_campaign=widget-event-list

21/10/2026

⚠️ Do you understand the new requirements around regulated roles and the Duty to Refer?

Whether you're recruiting volunteers, managing staff, or overseeing safeguarding in your organisation, understanding the PVG Scheme is essential.

Join Disclosure Scotland for an in-person training session covering:

• Regulated roles and legal PVG requirements
• Duty to Refer responsibilities
• Disclosure information and individual rights
• Key guidance to help your organisation stay compliant

This is a valuable opportunity to build your knowledge and ask questions directly.

📅 Reserve your place today: https://PVGRegulatedRolesandDutytoRefer.eventbrite.co.uk

20/10/2026

The Midlothian Health & Wellbeing Fair is coming to Gorebridge this October! ❤️

This free and fun event is specifically designed for adults with learning disabilities and their carers to learn, connect, and explore local support.

The morning kicks off with Health & Wellbeing Workshops running from 10:00am to 12:30pm, followed by a Marketplace from 12:30pm to 2:30pm where you can explore support, services, and community resources.

Come along and discover local support services available across Midlothian! 🤝

17/10/2026

Discover local or showcase your business - all in one convenient place! 📲✨

The Locate in Midlothian Business Directory makes it easy to connect with the best independent services, shops, and trades right here on our doorstep.

🏡 For Local Residents:
Explore and shop local to support the incredible homegrown businesses making Midlothian thrive.

💼 For Business Owners:
Put your brand in front of thousands of local customers - list your business in our directory completely FREE of charge!

🔍 Explore the directory or submit your listing: https://locateinmidlothian.co.uk/location/

16/10/2026

Turn your social impact vision into reality with the right funding in Midlothian! 💫✨

Whether you’re launching a community startup or scaling an existing social enterprise, key financial options are open right now:

- Firstport Funds: Seed grants up to £5k, salary support up to £40k, and 0% interest loans up to £30k.

- National Lottery Awards: Funding for community wellbeing, local heritage, and cost-of-living support.

- The Robertson Trust: Small and large grants to help charities tackling poverty and trauma.

⭐️ Get 1-to-1 guidance from Business Gateway Midlothian to build a sustainable revenue strategy and reduce reliance on single grants!

Check out grants and more information on social enterprise in Midlothian here: https://locateinmidlothian.co.uk/business-support/social-enterprise-in-midlothian/

16/10/2026

Have you interacted with Midlothian Council Planning Authority in the last year?

We’d love to hear from you!

Tell us what’s working well and where we can improve. Your feedback will help shape our Improvement Action Plan and support us to make positive improvements to our service.

Have your say: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/GACX01/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAUxpapleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mAWZkaWQWUPzQ9fQ7YwdPuiavDtDtzm13MavOB3NydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR6zlFtmKh6B0jwZ7EDLa6HOiXkFKmrnS0kAauQJKbk_Z1205qDfo5s6upqkdQ_aem_GbfdUROO5afCeTpMrSmYDw

Please take a few minutes to take our survey.

16/10/2026

15/10/2026

Shape the future of Midlothian’s visitor economy! 🌿

Join our interactive Sustainable Tourism Workshop with VisitScotland & GDS-Movement. Have your say on strategy, sustainability, and collaboration.

📅 Tue 17 Nov 2026 | 10am–2pm
📍 Energy Training Academy, Eskbank

Register now: https://locateinmidlothian.co.uk/shaping-the-future-tourism-event/

15/10/2026

Step into the magic this autumn at Vogrie Country Park! 🍂🎃

The Vogrie Pumpkin Forest is in Gorebridge, bringing over 1,000 glowing hand-carved pumpkins, enchanting illuminations, and 17 themed zones to our historic woodlands.

Perfectly family-friendly with zero jump-scares, it’s a wonderful way to enjoy the season, complete with local street food, hot drinks, and marshmallow roasting under the stars.

Grab your wellies, wrap up warm, and book your tickets today:

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/vorgriepumpkinforest/2363163