{"id":248302,"date":"2025-07-08T15:21:15","date_gmt":"2025-07-08T15:21:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/248302\/"},"modified":"2025-07-08T15:21:15","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T15:21:15","slug":"learn-about-edinburghs-sporting-heritage-at-pop-up-exhibition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/248302\/","title":{"rendered":"Learn about Edinburgh\u2019s sporting heritage at pop up exhibition"},"content":{"rendered":"

As part of the city-wide Edinburgh 900 celebrations, a new exhibition celebrating Edinburgh\u2019s rich sporting legacy opens this Wednesday at St James Quarter. <\/p>\n

Free and open to all, the exhibition invites visitors to explore Edinburgh Leisure\u2019s history of leisure and sport through displays and stories.<\/p>\n

Located in a dedicated Edinburgh 900 pop-up on Leith Street, next to Mor Bakery, the exhibition showcases the \u201cCity of Leisure\u201d theme and features highlights from three Edinburgh Leisure displays.<\/p>\n

Great Lengths and Your Health is for Life<\/p>\n

Discover Edinburgh Leisure\u2019s 27-year commitment to promoting active lifestyles and delve into the fascinating history of the city\u2019s Victorian swimming pools, including the iconic Royal Commonwealth Pool.<\/p>\n

Teeing Off Through Time<\/p>\n

Celebrate Edinburgh\u2019s prestigious golfing heritage designed to be displayed at the 125th Edinburgh Evening News Dispatch Trophy, held at Braid Hills Golf Course in May.<\/p>\n

Learn about the city\u2019s pivotal role in golf\u2019s origins, explore Edinburgh Leisure\u2019s six scenic golf courses, and uncover the stories behind historic tournaments like the Dispatch Trophy and Gibson Cup, which have shaped local golfing traditions for over 130 years.<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re a sports enthusiast, history buff, leisure enthusiast or simply curious, this exhibition offers a unique opportunity to experience Edinburgh\u2019s sporting spirit \u2013 all under one roof.<\/p>\n

Admission is free, and no booking is required. <\/p>\n

You can learn about Edinburgh Leisure\u2019s Active Communities programmes, which support over 12,500 people affected by health conditions, disabilities, inequalities and poverty to get active, membership options including their 4-week summer pass, available now, fundraising initiatives and also volunteering opportunities.<\/p>\n

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