The Lamp of Lothian Trust is a charity, founded in 1967 by the late Duchess of Hamilton to bring together the whole community by restoring derelict buildings and making them available for community use.
Our Community Spaces
The Lamp of Lothian Trust maintains a group of listed buildings called the Elizabeth Hamilton buildings at the south end of Haddington, which it makes available to the community at little or no cost for the widest variety of cultural, artistic and social uses. The spaces comprise of a workshop, gallery, hall, office and indoor gym accommodation.
Granary & Mault House Bridge Centre
Many groups make use of this building, from Haddington Camera Club and the Bridge Centre Music Project and Motorcycle Projects, to youth work, music, dance and yoga.
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Poldrate Mill Arts & Crafts Centre
Located in Haddington in the wonderful Elizabeth Hamilton Buildings, the Poldrate Arts & Crafts Centre offers a wide variety of arts and crafts classes and self-help groups for adults.
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Alistair Grant Hall Bridge Centre
This modern building was created using the original garden wall, and now houses a large soundproofed multipurpose hall, with recording facilities and performance space.
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We work in partnership with residents, community organisations and local authorities to create bespoke community events, projects and facilities for the benefit of the whole community.
Active Life Activities for all ages
Located at the Bridge Centre, we support all forms of active, healthy lifestyles, with classes that provide positivity in people’s lives.
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Learning & Skills Personal development
Everyone should have the same opportunity to learn and achieve their ambitions in life, in their communities and at work.
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Arts & Culture Community creativity
Art and music is part of the Lamp. We bring the finest artists and musicians together from our surrounding towns and villages.
Learn moreProviding for the Whole Community for 50+Years
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