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Hello and Welcome.

We are people living with Parkinson’s, their families, friends and care-partners across Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Join us to experience:

a warm and friendly local community
lots of weekly classes and events
meaningful support and advice
a positive focus on wellbeing

Friendship from a wonderful group of people, useful source of information, support for each other, interesting talks accompanied by tea, coffee and biscuits.
Norma

People sitting together at the drop-in cafe

Our branch is a most valuable asset for all of us with PD. It provides an incredible number of activities for all tastes and abilities. We get support from each other.
Anne

The branch keeps me connected with activities and people that help keep me healthy in body and spirit. A sense of hopeful community and laughter.
Alison

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It’s good to meet up and share experiences. There’s always a listening ear. Such a great variety of groups and classes.
Dot

Has been a constant positive since I became involved in 2000.
Bill

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John McGuiness: Bowling Competition Entrant

2 February 2026

John McGuiness of the Parkinson’s Bowling Section is playing next Monday in the first round of the open singles competition at Meadowmill Bowling Club, Tranent. John plays from a wheelchair…

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Upcoming Webinar: Nutrition and Parkinson’s

24 January 2026

Parkinson’s UK shared details of a webinar we think is well worth sharing! “Nutrition and Parkinson’s Are you newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s? Want to know how food impacts Parkinson’s, medication…

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New Neurodynamic Exercise Block Planned for March

19 January 2026

Neurodynamic exercise programme run by Neurophysiotherapist Sasha Baggaley address both physical and cognitive activity at higher levels of intensity. This is suitable for people in the earlier stages of Parkinson’s…

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Donate

We welcome on-line donations to support the work of the Branch. If you are a UK taxpayer, the value of your donation can be increased by completing a Gift Aid Form which can be downloaded as a pdf file.

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Interested in Parkinson’s Research?

The Edinburgh Research Interest Group (ERIG) meets with local Parkinson’s researchers and clinicians to learn about their work and local clinical trials and further the cause of research into Parkinson’s.

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Coming to Terms with your Parkinson’s Diagnosis

We are developing resources and information for people who are newly diagnosed, or are ready to take first steps to embrace a diagnosis of Parkinson's.

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